What are the new regulations regarding electric motorcycles?
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New regulations for electric motorcycles include the cancellation of purchase tax, simplified licensing procedures, and reduced difficulty in driving tests. Electric motorcycle purchase tax: If an electric motorcycle is classified as a taxable vehicle, it is subject to approximately a 10% purchase tax. Electric motorcycle classification criteria: Speed exceeding 50 kilometers per hour. Classification of electric vehicles: Electric vehicles can be categorized by the number of wheels and structural type into electric bicycles, electric motorcycles, electric unicycles, electric four-wheelers, electric tricycles, and electric scooters. Based on power source, they can be classified as pure electric vehicles, range-extended electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles. According to the method of power supply, they can be divided into two major categories: one that connects to an external power source to obtain electricity, and the other that uses fuel cells or energy storage devices (such as storage batteries or supercapacitors) as the power source. By drive type, they can be classified as pure electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles (series, parallel, and series-parallel), and fuel cell electric vehicles.
Recently, while riding my electric motorcycle on the road, I noticed that the new regulations are being enforced more strictly, mainly to enhance safety. Wearing a helmet is now a mandatory requirement, and not wearing one may result in a fine of one or two hundred yuan, which can significantly reduce accident casualty rates. If the speed exceeds 25 kilometers per hour, it is necessary to get a license plate and a driver's license, as higher speeds can easily lead to loss of control and collisions. The braking system also needs regular checks—my neighbor’s bike had brake failure and nearly caused an accident. The new national standards also specify the brightness of lights to ensure visibility during night rides, reducing the risk of being hit. Overall, these changes make riding safer, but it’s still advisable to maintain your vehicle regularly and get it checked at professional shops periodically, rather than regretting it only after a problem arises.
