What are the new regulations for vehicle annual inspections in 2021?
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2021 adjustments to vehicle annual inspection items are divided into two parts: private cars and freight vehicles, with specifics as follows: Private car section: Private cars now include a "safety defect recall" step in the online inspection process. If a vehicle has safety issues and is subject to a manufacturer recall, the inspector will notify the owner about the recall status. The new regulations clarify and relax the exterior inspection standards, allowing modifications to the grille, pedals, roof rack, bumper, and wheel hubs during the visual inspection. Freight vehicle section: Freight vehicles implement a "three additions, six reductions" policy, removing six original inspection items and adding three new ones. The newly added inspection items are tire tread depth, wheel lifting device, and wheelbase. The six removed items are noise, speedometer, suspension efficiency, fuel economy, power performance, and headlight offset.
The 2021 vehicle annual inspection regulations have undergone significant changes, with the key highlight being the extension of the exemption period. My car, purchased less than 5 years ago, now enjoys an exemption from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, only requiring online application for inspection stickers every 2 years, which saves a lot of hassle. On-site inspections are only required at the 6th, 8th, and 10-year marks. Previously, annual inspections meant long queues, but now it's a big relief. Additionally, some non-commercial vehicles have had certain stringent emission testing items removed, reducing the burden on car owners. However, this doesn’t mean driving carelessly—regular maintenance of tires and brakes is still essential to ensure safety. The new regulations make life much easier for new drivers like me, allowing us to focus on daily work without frequent trips to the DMV. For any issues, it’s recommended to download a traffic app to check specific procedures—it’s convenient and reliable.
I've been driving for over 10 years, and the new regulations have simplified many hassles. The main change is that non-commercial passenger vehicles now have their inspection frequency halved within the first 10 years: exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, with only one on-site inspection required in the 6th and 8th years, and annual inspections starting after 10 years. Previously, we had to go through on-site inspections every year, which was both time-consuming and costly. Now, emission standards have been relaxed, with overly strict emission tests canceled for some older vehicle models, while safety inspections remain unchanged. The benefit is saving more time to spend with family, without needing to frequently take leave for queuing. From experience, I recommend checking lights and brakes in advance to avoid last-minute failures during inspections. These changes reflect practical policy optimizations. Everyone should pay attention to local announcements to prevent missed inspections.
