Can Yellow Label Vehicles Enter the City?
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Yellow label vehicles are not allowed to enter urban areas. Below is an introduction to yellow label vehicles: 1. "Yellow Label Vehicles": A term for high-pollution emission vehicles, referring to gasoline vehicles that do not meet the National I emission standards or diesel vehicles that do not meet the National III emission standards. They are called yellow label vehicles because they are issued yellow environmental labels. 2. Identification of Yellow Label Vehicles: Based on tailpipe emission standards, vehicles must first undergo environmental testing during their annual inspection at the vehicle management office. 3. If the environmental test results meet the National III or IV standards: A green environmental label is issued. 4. If the environmental standards are not met: A yellow environmental label is issued.
I've been driving for over twenty years and have seen many cases involving yellow-label vehicles, which are older vehicles that exceed emission standards. Nowadays, many major cities have strict regulations prohibiting yellow-label vehicles from entering downtown areas. Cities like Beijing and Shanghai have environmental protection traffic restrictions that outright ban these vehicles due to their heavy exhaust pollution, which significantly impacts air quality. When I was younger, I once drove an old yellow-label vehicle and accidentally entered a restricted zone, resulting in a fine and a disrupted trip. As a seasoned driver, I advise everyone to first check local traffic apps or official websites to confirm whether their vehicle is a yellow-label one and then plan routes to avoid restricted areas. Regular vehicle inspections are also crucial. If the car is severely aged, scrapping it can qualify you for a government subsidy to buy a new, safer, and more cost-effective vehicle. In short, understanding the rules helps avoid fines and inconveniences. I always remind my friends not to let an old car get them into trouble.
