Can National III Trucks Still Undergo Annual Inspection?
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National III trucks cannot undergo annual inspection. Below is a partial introduction to the National III policy: 1. Subsidy Policy: After the comprehensive implementation of the National VI standard in 2020, some first and second-tier cities have imposed traffic restrictions on National III emission vehicles within urban areas, further limiting the movement of National III vehicles. To encourage the early scrapping of National III vehicles, many regions have formulated subsidy policies as an incentive-based guidance method. However, these subsidies are time-sensitive, with the amount decreasing as time passes. 2. Implementation: With the enforcement of the National VI emission standard, it is stipulated that all vehicles sold must comply with the National VI emission A standard, which means that all National III vehicles need to be phased out before 2020. Therefore, some cities have successively introduced policies to phase out National III vehicles. For National III commercial diesel trucks, starting from 2019, they are no longer eligible for regular emission inspections, and National III trucks will be prohibited from passing annual inspections.
I've been driving a truck, and my National III emission standard vehicle can still pass the annual inspection, but it's getting harder. Policies vary by region—first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen have strict traffic restrictions, and the exhaust emission tests during annual inspections are rigorous, often resulting in failure. In towns or suburban areas, the rules are more lenient. Last year, I passed the annual inspection smoothly in my hometown, but I kept getting checked when delivering goods in the city. I recommend owners perform maintenance in advance: clean the three-way catalytic converter, check the engine, and avoid exceeding emission standards. Costs may also rise, so it's wise to budget more. In the long run, National III emission standards are outdated and heavily polluting—cities are gradually phasing them out. It might be better to plan for switching to a new energy truck, as there are now subsidies and it's more eco-friendly. Keep an eye on local policy changes to avoid making a wasted trip to the inspection station.
