Can Yellow Label Vehicles Enter the City?
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Yellow label vehicles are not allowed to enter urban areas. Here is an introduction to yellow label vehicles: 1. Yellow Label Vehicles: These are high-pollution emission vehicles, referring to vehicles with large emissions, high concentrations, and poor emission stability, which do not even meet the National I emission standards for gasoline vehicles. 2. Types of Environmental Labels: Based on the vehicle model and the results of the tailpipe emission environmental inspection, vehicles are classified into two types: green environmental labels and yellow environmental labels. Below is additional information on yellow label vehicles: 1. Yellow Label Vehicles: This term collectively refers to gasoline vehicles whose emission levels at the time of new vehicle registration are below the National I emission standard and diesel vehicles below the National III emission standard. Such in-use vehicles can be driven on the road after passing periodic environmental inspections and meeting the relevant in-use vehicle emission standards, receiving a yellow environmental inspection label. 2. Environmental Label Inspection Pass: Commonly known as the "environmental label," vehicles that pass the inspection receive either a green or yellow label, referred to as "green label vehicles" or "yellow label vehicles." Gasoline vehicles that meet the National I standard or above and diesel vehicles that meet the National III standard or above receive a green environmental label, while all other vehicles receive a yellow environmental label.
As an urban environment observer, I believe that yellow-label vehicles are banned from entering most city areas. The reason is simple: these vehicles have high emissions and cause heavy pollution. Major cities have established restricted zones, such as inner-ring roads. If you drive into these areas, you may be caught by cameras or traffic police, fined over 300 yuan, or even receive penalty points. I’ve personally seen friends regret trying to force their way in. In fact, upgrading your vehicle or choosing an electric car is more cost-effective, and the government offers subsidy programs you can apply for. For daily commutes, using public transport like buses and subways saves money and is eco-friendly. Think about it—less smog, fresher city air, and everyone benefits. In the long run, this policy is necessary for protecting public health.
