Can National Standard 2 Vehicles Still Be Driven?

[EmersynFitz]

National Standard 2 vehicles can still be driven, but they are prohibited from being sold, registered, or transferred. Below are the relevant requirements: 1. Regulations: The "Three-Year Action Plan for Winning the Blue Sky Battle" issued by the State Council clearly states that starting from July 1, 2019, key regions, the Pearl River Delta, and the Chengdu-Chongqing region will implement the National Standard 6 emission standards ahead of schedule. The use of gas vehicles that meet the National Standard 6 emission standards is promoted. 2. National Standard 6 Emission Documents: Fifteen provinces and municipalities across the country have successively issued documents to implement the National Standard 6 emission standards ahead of schedule in 2019. This means that from July 1, 2019, only vehicles that meet the National Standard 6 emission standards can be registered.

[LaHope]

The classic car I drive is a China II emission standard vehicle, and it's been running for fifteen years. It still moves, but you'd better not drive it casually in the city. Many major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou now have strict traffic restriction policies, and China II vehicles are not allowed in the city center. Violating these rules can result in fines of several hundred yuan. I often check local traffic regulations online, such as updated restriction maps on the official website of the traffic management bureau. It can still barely run in suburbs or small towns. However, this car has poor emissions, high fuel consumption, and rising maintenance costs, with parts being hard to find. In the long run, it might be better to switch to a new energy vehicle, as the government offers subsidies, making it quite cost-effective with several thousand yuan in savings. Before driving it out, I always check the traffic restrictions on an app to avoid any issues or delays.

[HectorLee]

From an environmental perspective, National II vehicles have severely excessive exhaust emissions, contributing significantly to air pollution, especially urban smog issues. Currently, China is implementing the National VI standard, and National II vehicles are restricted in most first-tier cities, unable to enter core areas, or else face heavy fines. I recommend car owners upgrade to low-carbon transportation options, such as electric or hybrid vehicles. The government offers a scrappage subsidy program where you can receive money to replace your car. In remote rural areas, you might still drive them, but regular vehicle condition checks are necessary to reduce pollution sources. Check the traffic bureau app for real-time traffic restriction information to ensure safe driving.

[ValerieDella]

As someone looking to buy a used car, I've researched China II emission standard vehicles—they're cheap but come with high risks. Major cities commonly impose driving restrictions, leading to fines for entering urban areas, though smaller towns might be fine. Searching local policies online, I found China II cars face difficult maintenance, expensive parts, and potential quick phase-out. Before driving, I check traffic apps for restriction maps to avoid penalties. If only used for short rural trips, they might still suffice.