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29 May, 2026 · JetLag Warriors

First time driving in China NOT what I expected!

JetLag Warriors take a rented BYD hybrid through Yunnan on a planned 2,000-kilometer road trip. Their first-day account covers getting a temporary driving permit, navigating a Chinese-language system, charging difficulty, local food and mountain stops.

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First time driving in China NOT what I expected!

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Go to the Shanghai DMV early (9:00 AM) and bring a government-approved translation of your foreign license. The whole process takes less than 2 hours, including

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First time driving in China NOT what I expected!First Time Driving in Yunnan: 2000km BYD Road TripGo to the Shanghai DMV early (9:00 AM) and bring a government-approved translation of your foreign license. The whole process takes less than 2 hours, includingGet an eSIM with an embedded VPN, like HolaFly, to maintain internet access in remote areas and bypass China's restrictions on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.Spring, May 29, 2026Lijiang / Yunnan

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