Can China V Vehicles Still Be Licensed?
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China VI emission standards were advanced to take effect from July 1, 2019, with the policy prohibiting licensing being implemented regionally in phases. The first batch includes Class A areas in first-tier cities. To confirm whether China V vehicles can still be licensed, it's best to consult the local vehicle management office. Below is relevant information about the China V standard: 1. China V is an emission standard level for motor vehicles in Beijing, formulated and issued by the Beijing Environmental Protection Department, equivalent to the Euro V standard, known as the 'China V standard'. 2. The China IV emission standard is the fifth stage national motor vehicle pollutant emission standard, referred to as the 'China V standard'. The emission control level of the China V standard is equivalent to the fifth stage emission standard currently implemented in Europe. It imposes stricter limits on motor vehicle emissions such as nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter. Compared to the China IV standard, nitrogen oxide emissions are required to be reduced by 25%, and additional limits are placed on non-methane hydrocarbons and PM emissions to reduce air pollution and combat smog. 3. In 2012, Beijing planned to implement the China V standard. Once fully implemented, it would mean that vehicle models failing to meet this emission standard would not be allowed for sale in Beijing. Previously, to control motor vehicle pollution, Beijing had consistently enforced national standards ahead of schedule. To support the implementation of the China V emission standard, Beijing also planned to further improve fuel quality to align with the China V standard.
The registration of new China 5 vehicles is now suspended in many places, especially in large cities that have fully transitioned to the China 6 emission standards. Due to significant environmental pressure, the registration channels for China 5 vehicles are directly blocked, and only China 6 vehicles can ensure successful licensing. Having been in the automotive circle for quite some time and keeping an eye on policy changes, I’ve noticed that after 2023, most vehicle management offices in first- and second-tier cities no longer accept license plate applications for new China 5 vehicles. This is primarily a measure to reduce pollution and promote upgrades. In smaller cities or towns, there might still be some buffer periods in certain areas, but it’s advisable not to take risks. Check your local regulations online or directly inquire about new vehicle inventory at 4S stores to avoid wasting time and money. In the long run, China 6 vehicles have higher resale value and are cleaner, so the switch is inevitable sooner or later.
