Will removing the 3C mark on a car result in penalties?
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The 3C mark can be removed without affecting future maintenance, repairs, or daily driving. However, the vehicle must display the annual inspection compliance mark and the compulsory insurance mark. The 3C mark is China's mandatory certification mark, which serves to protect national interests and prevent property losses while also regulating the quality issues of foreign manufacturers and brands. Below are the marks required to be displayed on vehicles for road use: 1. Annual Inspection Compliance Mark: According to Chinese law, vehicles must undergo annual inspections on time. Newly purchased vehicles are exempt from inspection for the first six years, but owners must still collect the annual inspection compliance mark from the vehicle management office or relevant institutions each year. Vehicles that fail to display the annual inspection compliance mark may be fined or even impounded by traffic authorities. During the exemption period, submitting proof of compulsory insurance and other materials is required to obtain the compliance mark. 2. Compulsory Insurance Mark: Compulsory insurance must be purchased when acquiring a vehicle. Without compulsory insurance, the owner assumes full responsibility for any accidents, covering all associated costs personally. Vehicles without compulsory insurance are not permitted on the road. If stopped by traffic police, the vehicle may be impounded, and the owner may face a fine equivalent to twice the compulsory insurance premium.
