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Which city's license plate is Gan B?

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MacBeckett
07/29/25 6:33pm

Gan B is the license plate of Jiayuguan City, Gansu Province. The following is an introduction to license plate numbers: 1. The first Chinese character of the license plate represents the provincial-level administrative region where the vehicle is registered, which is the abbreviation of each (province, municipality directly under the Central Government, autonomous region). The second English letter of the license plate represents the prefecture-level administrative region where the vehicle is registered, which is the letter code of each (prefecture-level city, region, autonomous prefecture, league), usually ranked according to the status of each prefecture-level administrative region by the provincial vehicle management office. 2. The license plate representations of other cities in Gansu Province are: Gan A is Lanzhou City, Gan C is Jinchang City, Gan D is Baiyin City, Gan E is Tianshui City, Gan F is Jiuquan City, Gan G is Zhangye City, Gan H is Wuwei City, Gan J is Dingxi City, Gan K is Longnan City, Gan L is Pingliang City, Gan M is Qingyang City, Gan N is the Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Gan P is the Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, etc.

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MacMelanie
08/14/25 11:37am

I was previously fascinated by the license plate system and always loved researching it. 'Gan B' is the license plate code for Jiayuguan City in Gansu Province. The initial 'Gan' represents the entire province, while the following 'B' specifically refers to Jiayuguan. This is quite interesting because Jiayuguan is located in the northwestern frontier, historically a key town on the ancient Silk Road and the western starting point of the Great Wall. The license plate division reflects local characteristics. Nationwide, the initial letters of license plates are generally assigned based on city size or alphabetical order. For example, in Gansu, the first city is Lanzhou with 'Gan A,' while Jiayuguan, being smaller, gets 'B.' I also noticed that in many provinces, the first two letters are often assigned to the provincial capital and major cities, such as 'Chuan A' for Chengdu and 'Chuan B' for Mianyang. This system helps identify the origin of vehicles and avoids confusion. When driving past Jiayuguan and seeing 'Gan B' plates, I always recall its historical significance. Next time I take a road trip there, I’ll make sure to visit the Great Wall ruins—it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and appreciate the wisdom of ancient city builders.

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DelGemma
10/14/25 6:45am

Having driven for decades, I've seen plenty of license plates. The 'Gan B' prefix indicates a vehicle from Jiayuguan—cars from Gansu Province all start with 'Gan,' and the second letter is the city code, with 'B' assigned to Jiayuguan. This identification method is quite practical, letting you know at a glance where a car is from. Jiayuguan is located in the Hexi Corridor; though it's a small city, it holds significant transportation importance. Back when I drove long-distance routes in my younger days, I often encountered Gan B-plated trucks and cars on the road. License plates aren't just identifiers—they're also related to driving safety. For instance, certain regions have complex road conditions. Jiayuguan is a desert area with scorching summers and freezing winters, so drivers should pay attention to tire and brake maintenance. There are similar examples nationwide, like Xinjiang's 'Xin B' for Karamay, which is near oil fields and has heavy vehicle traffic, reminding drivers to check their vehicles before trips to avoid breakdowns. On highways, I often notice license plate prefixes—Gan B vehicles mostly operate within the province. For tourists heading to Jiayuguan from elsewhere, it's wise to familiarize yourself with the area before renting a car to avoid navigation mishaps.

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DelMadeline
11/27/25 7:40am

As a travel enthusiast, I often share knowledge about license plates from various regions. 'Gan B' represents Jiayuguan City in Gansu Province. This code is concise and clear—'Gan' is the abbreviation for Gansu, and 'B' specifically denotes Jiayuguan. Jiayuguan isn't just a small city; it's a famous tourist destination featuring the Ming Dynasty Great Wall and the Jiayuguan Pass, attracting many self-driving tourists. The license plate system is designed this way to help out-of-town vehicles quickly identify local cars, avoiding issues like speeding or violations. Other cities in Gansu have different license plate codes, such as 'Gan A' for Lanzhou and 'Gan F' for Jiuquan. Paying attention to the initial letters of license plates when planning trips makes navigation easier. Jiayuguan is surrounded by the Gobi Desert, with scorching summers, so remember to turn on the air conditioning and check the coolant when driving to prevent engine overheating. License plates aren't just about identity—they also remind us to drive safely.

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