Decoding Vietnamese License Plates: Letters A to Z

“A beautiful plate, a luxurious car” – a common saying among us truck drivers, partly reflects the Vietnamese perception of license plates. More than just a metal sheet, a license plate carries interesting messages, especially through its letters. Today, let’s explore the secrets behind the letters A, B, C,… on Vietnamese car license plates with Hanoi Trucks!

Understanding the Letters on Vietnamese Car License Plates: A Detailed Analysis

Overview of Car License Plates

Before diving into the meaning of each letter, let’s briefly understand the structure of a Vietnamese car license plate. A current license plate consists of two main parts:

• Number Section: Comprises 4-5 digits, representing the vehicle’s registration number.
• Letter Section: Precedes the number section, indicating the province/city of registration and the vehicle type.

Letter Significance by Region

The first letter on the license plate usually indicates the province/city where the vehicle is registered. For example:

• 29: Hanoi – Just like my friend’s brand new Hyundai truck, fully loaded with bricks and stones, going from Cau Giay to Son Tay.
• 51: Ho Chi Minh City
• 36: Thanh Hoa
• 92: Da Nang
• …

Brand new Hyundai truck

Letter Significance by Vehicle Type

The second letter on the license plate (for 5-digit plates) usually represents the vehicle type. For example:

• A: Passenger car
• B: Bus
• C: Truck – Earlier this year, I visited An Suong Auto in District 12 to check out a Hino truck with a 60C… license plate, supposedly specializing in transporting goods to Cambodia.
• D: Pickup truck
• …

Hino truck

Vietnamese License Plate Letter Lookup Table

Note: This table is for general reference only. Specific cases may have different regulations.

Feng Shui and the Meaning of Letters on License Plates

Vietnamese people value Feng Shui, and license plates are no exception. Many believe that choosing letters that align with Feng Shui will bring luck and prosperity to the vehicle owner.

For example, according to popular belief, the letter A symbolizes a favorable beginning, the letter D symbolizes prosperity, and the letter L symbolizes fortune,…

Frequently Asked Questions about the Meaning of Letters on License Plates

1. What is the significance of the letters on a license plate in buying and selling a vehicle?

Answer: In reality, the letters on the license plate do not affect the value or quality of the vehicle. However, many people still prefer to choose beautiful license plates that align with Feng Shui when buying a car.

2. How can I look up the detailed meaning of a license plate?

Answer: You can look up the detailed meaning of a license plate on reputable license plate lookup websites or applications.

3. Is it possible to change the letters on a license plate?

Answer: Changing the letters on a license plate is very difficult and must comply with legal regulations.

Conclusion

Hopefully, this article has helped you decipher the meaning of the letters on Vietnamese car license plates. If you are looking for information on trucks, don’t hesitate to contact Hanoi Trucks for dedicated advice!

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