What types of decals should be affixed to a vehicle?
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Here are the decals that must be affixed to a vehicle: 1. The front windshield must display three major decals: the Motor Vehicle Inspection Compliance Mark, Compulsory Insurance Mark, and Environmental Inspection Compliance Mark. 2. Annual Toll Pass Decal: In addition to the compulsory insurance mark, annual inspection mark, and environmental mark, new vehicles may also display an annual toll pass decal for bridges and roads. Some cities or regions require an environmental identification mark. Supplementary information: 1. According to Article 11, Paragraph 1 of the 'Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China': 'When driving a motor vehicle on the road, the vehicle must display its license plate, inspection compliance mark, and insurance mark, and the driver must carry the vehicle's registration certificate.' 2. Article 13, Paragraph 2 of the 'Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China' states: 'The motor vehicle inspection compliance mark and insurance mark shall be affixed to the upper right corner of the front windshield.'
Having driven for decades, I know that car decals are not to be taken lightly. The essential ones include the compulsory traffic insurance decal, which proves the vehicle has mandatory insurance—without it, you’ll face fines if stopped by traffic police. The annual inspection decal is also a must, showing the vehicle has passed inspection and is legally safe to drive. In some big cities, an environmental decal is required, such as those restricting high-pollution vehicles from entering urban areas. Beyond these mandatory decals, I recommend adding a novice driver decal if you’re still inexperienced—it encourages others to give you more space. Parking permits or workplace access decals are also practical, helping avoid towing hassles. Place decals prominently in the top-right corner of the windshield, ensuring they’re not damaged by rain or faded. Remember to replace them before they expire. While digital decals are being adopted in some areas, I’m old-school and prefer physical ones for peace of mind—checking them during regular maintenance adds an extra layer of security.
I just got my driver's license and bought a car, and now I'm figuring out what stickers to put on it. My friend said the compulsory traffic insurance sticker is a must, as it's mandatory by the state and you'll be fined if you don't display it; the annual inspection sticker is equally important, don't lose the one given by the DMV after the vehicle inspection. The environmental sticker depends on the location—in Beijing, for example, it's essential to have it, otherwise, you'll face restrictions. As a new driver, I also added a 'new driver' sticker to ask experienced drivers for more patience. My workplace parking requires its own access pass, or the security won't let me in. When placing the stickers, find a good spot that doesn't block your view. I suggest new car owners check these immediately after purchase to avoid oversight. Nowadays, you can check these electronically on your phone, but physical stickers are more straightforward, especially for long trips where you might encounter poor signal areas.
