Can a Used National V Vehicle Still Be Transferred?
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Used National V vehicles can be transferred as long as all the necessary documents and procedures are complete, and any traffic violations or accidents involving the vehicle have been resolved. The implementation of the National VI emission standards, which restrict the registration of National V vehicles, primarily targets new vehicles. New vehicles meeting National V emission standards will face registration restrictions. However, used National V vehicles in the second-hand car market are not subject to registration restrictions because the transfer of used vehicles only involves normal transaction procedures and does not require re-registration. Below are specific details about National V vehicles: 1. Identification: The National V emission standard is marked with the Roman numeral "V". 2. Emissions: Under the National V standard, gasoline vehicles have a carbon monoxide emission limit of 1000 mg/km. Compared to the National IV standard, the sulfur content in National V gasoline is reduced by 80%. For vehicles of the same displacement, the sulfur dioxide emissions from five National V vehicles are equivalent to those from one National IV vehicle. Compared to the National IV standard, the National V standard reduces nitrogen oxide emissions by 25% for light-duty vehicles and by 43% for heavy-duty vehicles.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I just helped a friend transfer a China V (National 5) used car last year. Generally speaking, there aren't major issues as long as it's not an out-of-town vehicle being transferred into major cities. For instance, Shanghai and Beijing now basically prohibit the transfer registration of out-of-town China V vehicles, but local transactions are still permitted. Other cities like Chengdu and Wuhan have more relaxed policies, making the transfer process straightforward: just bring the vehicle registration certificate, ID card, and compulsory traffic insurance policy to the local DMV for registration. I recommend checking local environmental policies in advance, as China VI (National 6) standards are being strictly promoted now. Upgrading to a newer emission standard vehicle is better for the environment. Also, pay attention to vehicle condition inspection during transfer to avoid future troubles.
