Can Wuhan License Plates Be Issued for China V Vehicles?
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Wuhan stopped issuing license plates for China V vehicles starting from July 1, 2020. Below are the differences between China V and China VI: 1. Emission Standards: Compared to China V, China VI reduces nitrogen oxides by 77% and particulate matter by 67%, introduces a limit requirement for particle number (PN), and tightens the durability requirements for emission control devices and the related requirements for on-board diagnostic systems (OBD). 2. Principles: China VI adopts a fuel-neutral principle, meaning the emission limits are the same regardless of the fuel type. In the previous China V phase, the emission standards for diesel and gasoline vehicles were different.
I recently encountered this issue in Wuhan. Last year, my friend bought a used National V (China 5) emission standard vehicle and planned to register it in Wuhan, but the vehicle management office directly rejected it. Since China fully implemented the National VI emission standards in 2020, major cities like Wuhan have prohibited the new registration of National V vehicles. The policy change aims to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality, but it's quite frustrating for car owners, especially for budget-conscious buyers like me who want affordable used cars. Now, we can only choose new National VI-compliant vehicles or used cars that meet the National VI standard for registration. Although National V vehicles can still be traded in the second-hand market, they cannot be registered when newly purchased. I recommend checking the local emission policies on official government websites before buying a car to avoid wasting money like my friend did.
