What kind of vehicles have green license plates in China?

[AnthonyDella]

In China, vehicles with green license plates are new energy vehicles. The green license plate is a specially designed new type of plate by the government to facilitate differentiated management and quickly distinguish them from traditional fuel vehicles. The format of the green new energy vehicle plate is: regional abbreviation plus area code letter plus letters representing pure electric or hybrid vehicles plus numbers. For small new energy vehicles, the first character of the special license plate uses the letters D or F (D represents pure electric new energy vehicles, F represents plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and fuel cell vehicles that are not pure electric new energy vehicles). For large new energy vehicles, the sixth character of the special license plate uses the letters D or F (D and F represent the same vehicle types as for small new energy vehicle special license plates).

[HaileyDella]

On the road, you often see some cars with green license plates, which in China are mainly a symbol of new energy vehicles. I myself drive a car with a green license plate, a pure electric vehicle, and it feels quite convenient, especially in big cities where the government provides subsidies for buying new energy vehicles, and you can drive without going through a license plate lottery or being restricted by traffic controls. You see, more and more people are switching to these cars because electricity is much cheaper than gasoline, and they're quiet and produce little pollution. However, when I first started driving one, I was also concerned about charging, but now charging stations are everywhere—malls, residential areas—you can charge almost anywhere, and in just about ten minutes, you can get enough charge to drive several hundred kilometers. Overall, green license plate cars represent those electric or hybrid vehicles that are environmentally friendly and cost-effective. If you're also considering buying a car, why not try a new energy vehicle?

[Daniella]

From a national policy perspective, China introduced green license plates primarily to encourage the development of new energy vehicles. These vehicles include pure electric and plug-in hybrid models, with such plates being issued since around 2016 to reduce pollution and support environmental protection. I understand this is part of a global push for low-carbon transportation. The Chinese government has offered various incentives, such as exemption from purchase tax, free parking in some cities, and priority road access, allowing new energy vehicles to drive freely in restricted zones. The color-coded plates also facilitate management, enabling traffic police to easily identify new energy vehicles without affecting traditional blue and yellow plates. In reality, green plates are not just for aesthetics but serve as a policy tool to drive technological upgrades and environmental improvements. In the long run, this will encourage more automakers to develop clean energy technologies and steer consumers toward eco-friendly vehicle choices.

[OOwen]

Green license plate vehicles most directly reflect environmental benefits, as they are new energy vehicles, primarily divided into pure electric and hybrid models. Driving these cars causes significantly less pollution; conventional gasoline vehicles emit a lot of exhaust, while electric vehicles, powered by batteries, produce almost zero emissions, greatly contributing to improved air quality. I've noticed many people choose green plate vehicles for their energy-saving and cost-effective advantages, with much lower electricity costs and the ability to travel long distances on a single charge. Brands like Tesla and BYD are prominent in the market, offering excellent performance, fast acceleration, and low noise levels. Opting for new energy vehicles also reduces dependence on petroleum, supporting long-term sustainable development. Simply put, a green license plate shining on the street represents the driver's contribution to the planet, and we hope more people will join the low-carbon movement.