What are the traffic restrictions in Beijing during the 2020 National Day holiday?
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2020 National Day holiday traffic restrictions in Beijing are as follows: During the National Day holiday, there are no traffic restrictions or license plate number limitations for motor vehicles in Beijing. According to the regulations, from September 27, October 1 to 8, and October 10, motor vehicles in the city are not subject to the traffic management measures of peak-hour regional restrictions on weekdays. Non-local passenger vehicles entering Beijing are not restricted by the traffic management measures that prohibit driving within the Fifth Ring Road (inclusive) from 7:00 to 9:00 and 17:00 to 20:00, nor are they subject to the license plate tail number regional restrictions from 9:00 to 17:00. Daily traffic restrictions in Beijing: From July 6, 2020, to October 4, 2020, the license plate tail numbers restricted from Monday to Friday are: 5 and 0, 1 and 6, 2 and 7, 3 and 8, 4 and 9.
Thinking back to the National Day holiday in 2020, I drove around Beijing several times. During those days, there were no restrictions based on license plate tail numbers, which was quite convenient. The regulation was that during the holiday period, from October 1st to 8th, Beijing suspended its usual traffic restriction policy, allowing all vehicles on the road regardless of their tail numbers. The authorities said this was to facilitate travel and family visits while reducing congestion. However, the traffic was really heavy back then, especially near tourist attractions, with much higher vehicle flow than usual. I must remind everyone to check traffic apps before heading out, travel early or late to avoid peak hours, and prioritize safety. National Day is a golden period for travel, and proper planning can make the trip smoother. With the restrictions lifted, driving private cars more often is an option, but from an environmental perspective, considering that Beijing's air quality is occasionally affected, I also recommend carpooling or taking the subway occasionally for a more hassle-free experience. In short, the rules were much more relaxed that year.
