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

[DiReid]

Here is an introduction to the differences between small blue license plates and large blue license plates: 1. Different quality: Trucks with a total mass below 4500KG are issued small blue license plates; trucks with a total mass equal to or greater than 4500kg are issued large blue license plates. 2. Different length: Vehicles with small blue license plates have a body length of less than 6 meters; vehicles with large blue license plates have a body length equal to or greater than 6 meters. 3. Different driver's license requirements: To drive a small blue license plate truck, a C1 or higher driver's license is sufficient. (C1 driver's license allows driving small and micro passenger cars as well as light and micro trucks; light and micro special-purpose vehicles); To drive a large blue license plate truck, a B2 or higher driver's license is required. (B2 driver's license allows driving heavy and medium-duty trucks or large, heavy, and medium-duty special-purpose vehicles, with heavy and medium-duty trucks mainly being trucks.)

[GabrielaMarie]

The small blue license plate mainly refers to the common type of license plate for small private cars, featuring a blue background with white characters and a compact size, suitable for regular sedans or SUVs. I find driving such cars quite convenient—they are flexible for daily commutes, easier to park, and have lower maintenance costs. In contrast, large blue license plates are typically yellow-based and used for trucks or buses, which are larger and more eye-catching, designed to alert other drivers from a distance for safety purposes. The key difference lies in the vehicle type: small blue-plate cars are easier to drive and only require a Class C driver’s license, while large blue-plate vehicles demand a Class B or higher license, are harder to operate, and often face traffic restrictions (e.g., limited access to city centers) with stricter safety requirements. In the long run, small blue-plate cars suit family life better, whereas large blue-plate vehicles are more suited for freight work but involve more complex regulations. This difference influences driving choices—after years of driving, I believe smaller cars are more practical in urban areas.