What is the difference between large yellow license plates and small yellow license plates?

[LaneMarie]

Here are the specific differences between large yellow license plates and small yellow license plates: 1. Types of vehicles: Large yellow license plates are mainly used for large trucks weighing over 2 tons and passenger vehicles with more than 9 seats, while small yellow license plates are primarily used for agricultural tractors and similar vehicles. 2. Size of the license plates: Large yellow license plates are bigger, with dimensions of 440×140mm for the front and 440×220mm for the rear. Small yellow license plates are smaller, with dimensions of 220×95mm for the front and 220×140mm for the rear. 3. Driving license requirements: Driving a truck with a large yellow license plate requires a Class B driver's license, while vehicles with small yellow license plates only need a C1 driver's license.

[McOwen]

The difference between large yellow plates and small blue plates mainly lies in vehicle type and regulations. Having driven for over twenty years, I know that small cars use blue plates—compact in size, making them convenient for navigating city streets and easier to find parking spots. Large yellow plates are those oversized yellow license plates specifically used for trucks or buses, featuring extra-long and wide bodies, with many restricted zones—only allowed on main roads. When driving, I always keep my distance from large trucks because their wide turning radius and numerous blind spots make them prone to accidents. Small blue-plate cars are much simpler to maintain, with cheaper and more accessible parts, unlike yellow-plate large vehicles that often require expensive specialized maintenance. In urban areas, small blue-plate cars face fewer traffic restrictions but are still occasionally affected. Ultimately, choosing a vehicle depends on your needs and driving skills.

[MacAdalynn]

When delivering goods by truck, you deal with yellow-plate vehicles all day, which are quite different from ordinary blue-plate cars. Yellow plates indicate large vehicles over 6 meters in length, requiring a B2 driver's license or higher to operate, along with regular high-intensity inspections for safety. Blue-plate cars are under 6 meters, only needing a Class C license, with less frequent inspections. Road restrictions are stricter for yellow-plate trucks, often banned in urban core areas and limited to 80 km/h on highways, while blue-plate cars enjoy more freedom but face odd-even license plate restrictions. Economically, yellow-plate trucks have higher fuel consumption but greater transport efficiency, whereas blue-plate cars are fuel-efficient and ideal for commuting. Maintenance costs are higher for yellow-plate trucks due to specialized custom parts, while blue-plate family cars have cheaper, universal parts. Beginners are advised to start with smaller cars to gain experience.

[DelKennedy]

In the past, vehicles on the road used similar license plates regardless of size, but later reforms differentiated them. Large yellow plates are assigned to trucks and buses—these big vehicles require more skill to drive and face difficulties navigating narrow roads. Small blue plates are for cars and compact vehicles, which are much more agile. Essentially, it's a matter of vehicle dimensions: yellow-plated vehicles are taller, longer, and carry heavier loads, while blue-plated ones are shorter, smaller, and lighter. When driving, the license plate color indicates whether you can follow too closely, as yellow-plated vehicles have much longer braking distances. Policy-wise, larger vehicles face stricter traffic restrictions due to their greater noise and emission issues. When choosing a vehicle, don’t just consider the plate color—weigh the practical use. In cities, smaller vehicles are more convenient.