Because of its convenience, economy and environmental protection, electric vehicles have become one of the main means of transportation in our daily life. However, as the number of electric vehicles continues to increase, some problems have gradually emerged. Because some people are not professionally trained, they do not know how to obey traffic rules, have no experience in driving and have the awareness to obey traffic laws.
It is not uncommon to drive electric vehicles on the road to run red lights, drive in the wrong direction, drive on motor lanes, cross the road without watching left and right, and grab lanes with motor vehicles. These dangerous driving behaviors not only take their own lives as a child's play, but also endanger the safety of pedestrians and other vehicles on the road, and also increase the incidence of road traffic accidents, resulting in irreparable tragedy and economic losses.
According to the latest statistics, in the past five years, there have been 830,000 traffic accidents caused by low-speed electric vehicles across the country, resulting in more than 200,000 casualties, of which 18,000 have died and 186,000 have been injured. At the same time, the data shows that the average annual growth rate of traffic accidents caused by low-speed electric vehicles is 22.3%, and the average annual growth rate of fatalities is 30.9%. How many families are torn apart behind this, and the grief when the family is facing the loss of a loved one cannot be described in words.
In order to ensure the safety of people's lives and property, the state launched the "One Helmet and One Belt" safety protection action in 2020, aiming to improve the safety awareness and self-protection ability of electric vehicle riders. After the three years of 2021, 2022, and 2023, the implementation and strengthening of management by traffic management departments across the country, "one helmet and one belt" has achieved remarkable results, effectively reducing the casualty rate of electric vehicle accidents.
So, in 2024, what are the new regulations and requirements for electric vehicles on the road? If you're concerned about this and want to improve your driving safety and avoid penalties, then this article should not be missed. Let's take a look at the four documents that electric vehicles must carry on the road.
1. Electric vehicle driver's license
Classification of electric vehicles and types of driver's licenses required: 48-volt electric vehicles belong to the new national standard electric vehicles, which do not require a driver's license and can carry a child under the age of 12. 60-volt mopeds require an F license to drive, and it should be noted that a 60-volt vehicle can only be ridden by one person, and an F license can also drive an electric recreational tricycle.
The 72-volt is an electric motorcycle, which requires an E license to drive and can legally carry an adult. At the same time, the E-permit driving type includes mopeds, electric motorcycles and electric leisure tricycles.
Electric tricycles and electric cargo tricycles require a D license to drive, and the permitted driving types of D licenses also include E and F licenses. It is recommended that you get a D certificate when you take the electric vehicle driver's license, although it is more difficult, but you can drive 72-volt and 60-volt electric vehicles and electric leisure tricycles, which has the advantage of one certificate for multiple purposes.
The electric four-wheeled vehicle, also known as the old man, is a low-speed national standard car and requires a C2 license to drive. If you have a C1 license or a C2 automatic driving license, you can legally drive an electric 4-wheeler, but you cannot drive an electric tricycle, electric light motorcycle, or electric motorcycle, because it does not match the type of car you are allowed to drive.
Penalties for driving electric vehicles without a license: According to Article 99 of the Road Traffic Safety Law, driving an electric vehicle without a license may face a fine of between 200 yuan and 2,000 yuan if it is found by the traffic police, and can be detained for up to 15 days.
Requirements and procedures for obtaining an electric vehicle driver's license: There are three types of motorcycle and electric vehicle driver's license levels: D, E, and F. D can drive all motorcycles, including two-wheeled and three-wheeled electric vehicles. E license can drive all two-wheeled motorcycles. F license can drive a moped. The requirements and process are as follows:
Age requirements: The age for applying for the D and E licenses for motorcycles is 18-60 years old, and the age for applying for the F license is 18-70 years old. Those over the age of 60 need to pass the 39 test first.
Registration materials: Prepare ID card, physical examination certificate and one-inch photo, and register directly. If you already have other driver's licenses and have a driver's license issued in a different place, you need to apply for the driver's license transfer business first.
Learning Xi duration: If you practice Xi in a driving school, you can generally take the test in two or three weeks, and it is usually about a month of Xi practice time. All the test items from Subjects 1 to 4 can be completed in one day at the earliest.
Test fee: The cost of self-registration is about 300 yuan, the cost of applying for the test at a driving school is about 1200 yuan, the cost of E license and F license is about 600-800 yuan, and the test fee will vary depending on the level of regional economic income.
Test content: The test is divided into four subjects, subject one and four belong to the theory test on the computer, subject two and three are practical driving, the test score is 100 points, 90 points passed. The site test includes items such as pile detour, unilateral bridge, ramp start and fixed-point parking.
Application for an electronic driver's license: The electric vehicle management specification has been implemented for several years, in order to facilitate everyone to show the driver's license in a timely manner, and to facilitate the traffic police to inquire and manage, you can apply for an electronic driver's license on the traffic management 123. The application method is to click on the traffic management 123 → to enter the page, click on the more → to pull up to find the driver's license business→ click on the electronic license driving version→ click on the application→ you can apply successfully within one working day.
The electronic driver's license has the same effect as the paper driver's license, and can be shown directly on the mobile phone when the traffic police check the car. It should be noted that the validity period of the electronic driver's license and the paper driver's license is the same, if the paper driver's license has expired, it needs to be renewed, and the electronic driver's license also needs to be replaced.
2. Electric vehicle license plate and driving license
Definition of electric license plate and driving license: electric vehicle license plate refers to the vehicle number plate issued by the electric vehicle after registration with the traffic management department of the public security organ, which is the legal identity certificate of the electric vehicle driving on the road. The electric vehicle driving license is a certificate issued by the owner of the electric vehicle after registration with the traffic management department of the public security organ, and it is a legal certificate that proves that an electric vehicle has the right to drive.
The role of electric vehicle license plate and driving license: Electric vehicle license plate and driving license are the legal identity proof of electric vehicles driving on the road, and only with a valid license plate and driving license can electric vehicles legally drive on the road. The electric vehicle license plate is convenient for the traffic police department to manage the vehicle, and the detailed information of the vehicle is recorded on the driving license, such as the owner's name, license plate number and the basic information of the electric vehicle, which is convenient for handling and finding the accident when the electric vehicle encounters a traffic accident or theft.
Penalties for driving an electric vehicle without a license plate and driving license: According to the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China, driving an electric vehicle without a license plate and driving license may face the following penalties: a fine of not less than 20 yuan but not more than 200 yuan on the driver, and the impoundment of the vehicle or the legal proof of the vehicle from the person concerned. For example, the purchase invoice of the vehicle, the certificate of conformity, etc. In order to avoid unnecessary penalties and risks, it is advisable to make sure that the vehicle is licensed and that you have a driving license before driving an electric vehicle.
How to apply for an electric vehicle driving license: The license plate and driving license of an electric vehicle are handled together, and it is very troublesome to go to the vehicle management office to handle it. Now we can handle it on our mobile phones, first download the electric vehicle login system on our mobile phones, and then click on login to register, and then provide a one-time certificate of conformity for the vehicle and an invoice for the purchase of the car.
It should be noted that on the certificate of conformity and the car purchase invoice, fill in the relevant information according to the prompts, take photos and upload the vehicle's car purchase invoice, certificate of conformity, body photo and other information. After the upload is completed, wait for the system to review it, and only need 20 yuan postage to operate on the mobile phone. After the review is passed, the system will mail you the vehicle license plate and driving license according to the address information you reserved, and then install the license plate by yourself.
3. Proof of insurance for electric vehicles
The importance and role of insurance: The role of electric vehicle insurance is self-evident. When a vehicle is involved in a road accident, insurance can provide timely coverage for the owner or a third party. Specifically, the role of insurance is as follows:
When you encounter a traffic accident, insurance can help the car owner reduce their own financial losses. Whether it is damage to the vehicle or personal injury, the insurance company can give corresponding compensation according to the agreement of the insurance contract to reduce the financial burden of the car owner.
If a traffic accident causes property damage or death or personal injury to the other party, the insurance can provide compensation for the other party. In this way, the interests of the other party can be protected and disputes and legal proceedings arising from compensation issues can be avoided.
In a traffic accident, there may be injuries to people. With the protection of insurance, the injured can receive timely treatment and avoid delays in treatment due to financial reasons.
Traffic accidents can result in car owners facing high compensation costs, including vehicle repair costs, medical expenses, legal fees, and more. By purchasing insurance, these costs can be covered by the insurance company, thus reducing the financial burden on the car owner.
Driving an electric vehicle on the road without insurance, the responsibility for traffic accidents: electric vehicles without insurance, traffic accidents on the road, the traffic police will divide the responsibility for the accident. If you are found to be fully responsible, then you will need to pay the full amount of the damage to the other person's person or vehicle.
If the accident is serious, you will face a huge amount of financial compensation, which will increase your financial burden. However, if your electric vehicle is insured, then the insurance company can make a partial advance payment to ease your financial burden. Therefore, the importance of purchasing insurance is self-evident.
Purchase of electric vehicle insurance: Electric bicycles that meet the national mandatory standards, although they do not require a driver's license, it is recommended that you purchase insurance. Electric light motorcycles and electric motorcycles are both motor vehicles, and according to relevant laws and regulations, you must hold a driver's license that matches the type of vehicle you are permitted to drive, and you must purchase insurance to legally drive on the road.
The electric light motorcycle insurance is 80 yuan a year, the electric motorcycle insurance is 120 yuan a year, the electric three-wheel insurance is 400 yuan a year, and the electric four-wheel insurance is 950 yuan a year. It should be noted that new trams (electric light motorcycles, electric motorcycles, electric three or four wheels) can only be insured after applying for license plates and driving licenses. In addition, you can purchase commercial insurance according to your needs, so that you can have another protection for travel.
Information required to purchase insurance: vehicle owner identity certificate, vehicle driving license, electric vehicle purchase value certificate, vehicle certificate, etc. Similar to car insurance, you can purchase electric vehicle insurance online through the insurance company's official website or third-party platforms, or offline at the business outlets of each insurance company. Remember to bring the above procedures before purchasing offline, if you don't understand, you can call the insurance company's customer service for detailed inquiries.
4. Wear a qualified new national standard helmet and obey the traffic rules
The Importance and Role of Wearing a Helmet: A helmet is a type of protective equipment used to protect the head. It consists of a shell, a cushioning layer, and an inner lining, with the cushioning cord being the most important component of the helmet. When the head is impacted by an external force, the helmet's cushioning layer absorbs and disperses the impact force, thereby reducing the damage to the head. In contrast, if you don't wear a helmet, your head will be directly impacted by external force, which can lead to serious consequences such as skull fractures, concussions, and even life-threatening.
In addition, wearing a helmet can also reduce the casualty rate of traffic accidents. According to statistics, wearing a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by more than 70%. Therefore, whether you are riding a bicycle, an electric car, or driving a motorcycle, it is very important to wear a helmet.
Penalties for driving electric vehicles without helmets: From January 1, 2019, those who are investigated for not wearing safety helmets in accordance with the regulations will be warned for the first time, and will be fined if they are investigated again. Some electric car drivers are dissatisfied with the warnings and penalties of the traffic police, in fact, when you see the casualties caused by traffic accidents caused by the lack of helmets, you will understand the kindness of the traffic police. Therefore, we advise everyone to wear a safety helmet when driving an electric vehicle on the road. Because electric cars can be repaired when they are broken, but people cannot be resurrected when they die.
The purchase of new national standard helmets: Many low-quality helmets on the market are made of recycled low-quality plastic, which will be crushed by a little impact. These helmets do not do anything, and in the event of an accident, the broken plastic can cause damage to the skin of the eyes and head.
Since the country launched the new national standard for electric vehicle helmets last year, when buying helmets, we must buy new national standard helmets that meet the national mandatory 3C certification standards. The 3C certified helmet is made of engineering plastics with good impact resistance, which will not deform when subjected to impact force, and a good cushioning layer can disperse and absorb the impact force and reduce the damage to the head.
When buying a helmet, choose a helmet with 3C certification and good sales from big brands. Although it is a little more expensive, it can save your life in the event of a traffic accident.
Law-abiding and civilized driving: As an electric vehicle driver, when we buy a new car, we must buy an electric vehicle that meets national safety standards, and apply for licenses, driving licenses and insurance according to regulations. When riding an electric vehicle on the road, wear a 3C safety helmet that meets the national standards and wear it correctly in accordance with relevant regulations. At the same time, we must also abide by traffic laws, do not run red lights, do not go in the wrong direction, courteous pedestrians, and drive in a civilized manner. Only in this way can we create a good traffic environment through the joint efforts of everyone.
summary
China is a country with a large population, and it is also the country with the largest number of electric bicycles. With the increase in the number of electric bicycles, some electric vehicle drivers will do illegal behaviors such as running red lights and driving in the wrong direction because they have not received formal training and do not understand the relevant laws and regulations, resulting in an increase in road traffic accidents, casualties and accidents, resulting in many families being torn apart.
In order to ensure the safety of people's lives and property, the state conducts driving training for electric vehicle drivers, so that they can learn Xi driving skills and understand safety knowledge, and issue certificates after passing the examination. In this way, people with a driver's license will obey the traffic rules and master the driving skills, which can reduce the occurrence of road traffic accidents and keep the road traffic running in good order.
At the same time, the purchase of insurance and license plates for vehicles are also conducive to management. The purpose of these measures is to ensure a good traffic environment, make travel safer for people, and reduce traffic accidents. As a quality citizen, we should support these measures and actively abide by them. Only through everyone's efforts can we create a good traffic environment and social atmosphere.