What Does Manufacturer Model Mean?
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In motor vehicle invoices, the manufacturer model refers to the vehicle product model. Below is an introduction to the vehicle product model and product serial number: Vehicle Product Model: The vehicle product model (typemodelofmotorvehicles) is a code consisting of pinyin letters and Arabic numerals assigned to a category of vehicles for identification purposes. In 1988, the state issued the national standard GB9417-88 "Rules for the Composition of Vehicle Product Models." The vehicle model should indicate the manufacturer brand, type, and main characteristic parameters of the vehicle. Product Serial Number: Located in the fourth part of the product model, it is represented by Arabic numerals, with numbers used sequentially starting from 0, 1, 2, etc. When the main parameters of the vehicle change but do not exceed 10% of the original design's main parameters, the main parameter code remains unchanged. If the change exceeds 10%, the main parameter code should be altered. If the main parameter code remains unchanged due to rounding of numbers, the product serial number should be changed instead.
The make and model serve as the complete identity tag of a vehicle. The make refers to the automobile manufacturer, such as common brands like Volkswagen and Toyota; the model is the specific name of the vehicle, like the different versions under the Volkswagen brand, such as Bora and Sagitar. This set of information is extremely important—when I repair a car, I can immediately know which parts to order by checking it, and insurance companies also use it to determine premium levels. Recently, while helping a friend inspect a used car, I found that the information on the nameplate didn’t match the vehicle registration certificate, indicating possible illegal modifications. Next time before checking a car, remember to verify the first few digits of the VIN under the windshield to quickly confirm the authenticity of the make and model.
The make and model serve as the ID combination for a car. Here's a real-life example: My neighbor Lao Li's white SUV has Hyundai as its make and the fifth-generation Tucson L as its model. When the mechanic opened the hood during repairs, the aluminum plate attached to the shock tower was immediately visible, displaying 'Beijing Hyundai' along with an alphanumeric combination. The insurance agent specifically asked for this information when purchasing car insurance, mentioning that premium coefficients vary significantly between different models. Recently, while helping a colleague with the annual inspection, we discovered that his aftermarket rims caused a mismatch with the make and model parameters, requiring restoration to original specifications to pass the inspection.
