Where Should Temporary License Plates Be Placed?
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Temporary license plates should be affixed to the upper right corner of the front windshield and the upper left corner of the rear windshield of the vehicle. The placement must not obstruct the driver's view to ensure driving safety. Temporary license plates are provisional driving permits issued by the vehicle management department of the public security authorities for newly purchased vehicles before official registration. Their use is subject to time limits and regional restrictions. The materials required for applying for a temporary license plate include: 1. Identity documents of the vehicle owner and the agent; 2. Proof of the vehicle's origin; 3. The complete vehicle factory certificate for domestically produced vehicles or the import certificate for imported vehicles; 4. Rubbing impressions of the vehicle identification number and engine number.
I just got my new car, and attaching the temporary license plate is crucial. Generally, the temporary plate should be placed on the lower left corner of the front windshield, right below the driver’s line of sight—don’t position it too high to avoid obstructing the view. The same goes for the rear windshield; stick it firmly on the lower left corner so that police and cameras can easily scan it. The first time I didn’t pay attention and placed it slightly off, which made me feel like something was glaring in my vision while driving, compromising safety. Later, I consulted the 4S dealership, and they recommended using transparent tape to secure the edges—avoid regular double-sided tape as it can fall off due to wind and rain, and driving without a plate is a big problem. Temporary plates have a short validity period, usually just 7 to 30 days, so remember to replace them with permanent plates on time. Among all the excitement of buying a new car, this plate-attaching process is the most practical—never slack off or cut corners.
