Can China V vehicles be registered in Shenzhen?

[JulianaLynn]

Shenzhen no longer allows the registration of China V vehicles, as the city implemented the China VI emission standards on July 1, 2019. Both new and used vehicles that do not meet the China VI standards cannot be registered or transferred. Below are the implementation timelines for emission standards: 1. China I standard, implemented nationwide on July 1, 2001, primarily targeting restrictions on carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and particulate emissions. 2. China II standard, implemented nationwide on July 1, 2004, requiring a 30% reduction in carbon monoxide and a 55% reduction in hydrocarbons and carbon oxides. 3. China III standard, implemented nationwide on July 1, 2007, requiring a 40% reduction in total pollutant emissions compared to China II. 4. China IV standard, implemented nationwide on July 1, 2010, requiring a 50% to 60% reduction compared to China III. 5. China V standard, implemented nationwide on January 1, 2018, requiring a 25% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions compared to China IV. 6. China VI standard, with China VIa implemented nationwide on July 1, 2020, and China VIb implemented nationwide on July 1, 2023.

[McClaire]

Now the car licensing policy in Shenzhen is quite strict. I remember since 2019, they implemented the China VI emission standard, meaning new cars must meet China VI standards to be licensed. China V standard cars can no longer get new licenses in Shenzhen, mainly because the government wants to reduce urban pollution and has upgraded environmental standards. If you buy a new China V car and go to the DMV to register, they will directly reject it. This issue has actually been discussed in many car enthusiast groups, especially by people like me who often pay attention to policies, always reminding friends not to buy new China V cars to avoid wasting money and potential problems. The impact is significant, such as wasted car purchase costs or having to sell China V cars to other regions for registration. But the upside is that it promotes environmental protection and improves air quality. It's recommended to check the emission standards before buying a car in Shenzhen, and it's safer to look for China VI compliant car sources.

[LeMiguel]

I had a personal experience helping a friend with car registration and found that Shenzhen has very strict emission regulations. National V vehicles are simply not eligible for new plates anymore, as the policy has been enforced since 2019. If you have a brand-new National V vehicle, going directly to register would be a waste of time. For ordinary people like us who drive daily, it's important to figure this out early—don't end up regretting it after buying a car, like some people do. The rules for used cars might be a bit more flexible, but new car registrations must meet National VI standards. I recommend consulting the vehicle management office or checking the latest notices on official websites to avoid trouble. Nowadays, there are plenty of National VI vehicles on the market, and the prices aren’t too high, so it’s better to upgrade directly for peace of mind. This policy benefits overall traffic management by phasing out older vehicles faster and reducing issues like smog.

[SanNaomi]

In Shenzhen, China V vehicles cannot obtain new license plates. After the implementation of the China VI standard, new vehicle registrations are only allowed for vehicles with higher emission standards. The policy was initiated in July 2019 to improve air quality. I always pay attention to such details because driving safety comes first. Don't attempt to register a China V new vehicle, as it may be rejected, leading to additional costs. The situation is not optimistic for used cars either; it's best to directly upgrade to China VI. This change is beneficial for the environment.