Where to Get the New Vehicle Annual Inspection Sticker?
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New vehicle annual inspection stickers can be obtained at the local vehicle management office. Below is relevant information about vehicle annual inspections: Time: For passenger cars and blue-license-plate minivans, new vehicles require an inspection every two years for the first six years after registration; after six years, an annual inspection is required; after ten years, an annual inspection is needed, and after fifteen years, inspections are required twice a year. For trucks, an annual inspection is required after registration, and after ten years, inspections are required twice a year. Regulations: If a vehicle is found by traffic police on the road without an annual inspection, the owner may be fined or the vehicle may be impounded. Additionally, in insurance contracts, vehicles that have not undergone timely annual inspections are considered unqualified, and no claims will be paid in the event of an accident.
Speaking of the new vehicle inspection sticker, I remember the first thing I did after buying my car was rushing to the DMV to get it. For the first 6 years, new vehicles don’t require an on-site inspection, but you still need to display the inspection compliance label on the front windshield. Back then, I brought my vehicle license and original ID card to the DMV lobby, queued at the counter to complete the procedure, and after verifying my information, the staff handed me a small sticker. Nowadays, it’s more advanced—some cities allow online processing through the Traffic Management 12123 App, where you can apply for an electronic version with just one click, saving the hassle of long queues. However, it’s important to note that even if the on-site inspection is waived, you must still renew the label on time every year, or you’ll face fines if caught. My advice is to get it done early and not wait until it’s about to expire, just in case you lack some documents and have to make a second trip.
