Hesse's Car Plates Draw Much Attention - Recycled Vehicle Plates from Hesse Garnering Interest
**Old License Plates Gaining Traction in Hesse**
An intriguing trend is emerging in the German state of Hesse, as an increasing number of drivers are opting for old license plates for their vehicles. Despite a lack of specific data in the available sources, the popularity of these vintage plates can be attributed to a combination of nostalgia, tradition, and the classic car scene.
In the Main-Kinzig district, for instance, the GN and SLU license plates are particularly popular, possibly due to their shorter length compared to MKK or SLU. The reintroduction of historical plates such as HU (Hanau), WZ (Wetzlar), DIL (Dillenburg), and DI (Dieburg) in their respective districts has further fueled this trend.
In the Darmstadt-Dieburg district, the DA and DI license plates have seen a significant rise in usage, with the percentage of DI plates steadily increasing. As of the available information, there are 180,687 vehicles with the DA license plate and 69,151 with the DI license plate.
The Lahn-Dill district also boasts a high number of vehicles with old license plates, with 44,956 vehicles bearing the WZ plate and 39,428 with the DIL plate. The reintroduction of the BID plate for Biedenkopf, BÜD for Büdingen, and USI for Usingen has also contributed to this trend in the district.
Interestingly, the demand for old license plates appears to be location-dependent, with the Main-Kinzig district showing a higher prevalence of old plates compared to other districts like Wetterau or Kassel. The spokesperson for the Lahn-Dill district noted that the demand is largely influenced by the place of residence.
Since 2015, German law has allowed drivers to keep their current license plate when moving to another district. This flexibility could be a contributing factor to the growing popularity of old license plates in Hesse.
It is worth noting that, as of 2013, residents of Hesse have been able to choose from several reintroduced old license plates, representing a variety of historical districts that were abolished after the 70s territorial reform.
Despite the growing trend, there is no official data on the exact number of vehicles using old license plates in Hesse or its districts. For accurate statistics, one would need to consult local authorities or official statistical publications from the state of Hesse or the German federal government.
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