What are the new regulations for vehicle annual inspections within ten years?
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The new regulations for vehicle annual inspections within ten years have adjusted the inspection cycle and the scope of exemption. The details are as follows: 1. Scope of exemption: The exemption scope for motor vehicles has been expanded from the original 6 years and within 6 seats to non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats. Starting from November 20, 2020, non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles under 6 years old with 7-9 seats can enjoy the exemption policy. 2. Inspection cycle: Exempted vehicles can skip on-site inspections for the first 6 years, only requiring formalities every two years, while inspections are required annually from 6-10 years. The new regulations indicate that the inspection cycle for private vehicles remains unchanged for the first 6 years, but for vehicles aged 6-10 years, the annual inspection is changed to biennial. This means exempted vehicles will have biennial inspections within 10 years, but only the 6th and 8th years require on-site inspections. 3. Vehicles not eligible for exemption: Vans; vehicles illegally modified and penalized by law; vehicles involved in traffic accidents causing casualties. Additionally, vehicles that have not been registered for over 4 years since the date of manufacture are not eligible for the 6-year exemption policy.
I've been driving for over a decade and am quite familiar with the new vehicle inspection regulations. The latest change is that private cars only need two inspections within ten years – at the sixth and tenth year – and then annually after ten years. I remember having to visit the inspection station almost every year before, spending a lot of money and time. It's much more convenient now and saves a lot of hassle. This rule started at the end of 2020 and applies to ordinary family cars, excluding commercial vehicles like taxis. Although it's more convenient, don't neglect maintenance just because there are fewer inspections. Regular checks on tires, brakes, etc., are still important for safe driving. Overall, it really helps reduce the burden on car owners. I've talked with my neighbors about it, and everyone praises this policy improvement.
I just bought my first car not long ago, and I was initially worried about the hassle of annual inspections. However, after learning about the new regulations, I felt relieved. For private cars within ten years, inspections are only required twice—once in the sixth year and once in the tenth year—after which it’s just once a year. This saves me a lot of expense and effort. New cars already run smoothly, so there’s no need to frequently queue at inspection stations. Additionally, from an environmental perspective, the policy encourages regular maintenance to reduce emissions, which I think is great. When my friends buy cars, I always recommend they pay attention to this update and keep their maintenance records handy. Overall, the new rules make it much easier for novice drivers to get started.
