Are there restrictions for China IV vehicles in Beijing?
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China IV vehicles are restricted in Beijing and require a Beijing Entry Permit. Below are detailed explanations about the China IV standard: 1. Overview: The China IV emission standard is the national fourth-stage motor vehicle pollutant emission standard. The main pollutants emitted by vehicles include HC (hydrocarbons), NOx (nitrogen oxides), CO (carbon monoxide), PM (particulate matter), etc. 2. Others: The China IV emission standard applies technologies such as improved catalytic converter active layers, secondary air injection, and exhaust gas recirculation systems with cooling devices to control and reduce vehicle emissions below specified limits.
As a veteran Beijing driver with over a decade of experience driving China IV emission standard vehicles, let me tell you the truth - China IV gasoline passenger cars can still operate in Beijing, but with more restrictions. During weekday rush hours, they're subject to the odd-even license plate rule. Main thoroughfares like Chang'an Avenue prohibit them during daytime, and key areas such as the 2nd Ring Road main route must be avoided. Out-of-town plated China IV vehicles face even tighter controls, only permitted to operate outside the 6th Ring Road even with Beijing entry permits. Diesel vehicles have it worst - completely banned within the 6th Ring Road. My car still holds up fine though; I just switch to subway commuting during peak hours and use it for weekend suburban trips without issues. For frequent urban driving, I'd recommend considering new energy vehicles or China VI standard cars instead.
