Shenzhen, host city of the 26th Universiade, has shifted its stance on traffic control from imposing to encouraging, which has been well received by the citizens.

The city government withdrew its initial even-odd license plate plan in mid July, and instead launched a green commuting campaign, calling for car owners in Shenzhen to reduce car usage from Aug 4 to 24 in a bid to cut carbon emissions and thus create a green environment for the Universiade, which will be held from Aug 12 to 23.

The number of those who have applied to stop car usage during the Universiade period has reached 159,006 as of Thursday.

In keeping with its green standards, this year Shenzhen put 2,011 new-energy vehicles into use across the city and opened five subway lines, with a total length of 178 kilometers, significantly relieving traffic congestion.