How Long Can National V Vehicles Be Driven After the Implementation of National VI Standards?
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The implementation of the National VI standard has little impact on existing National V vehicles, so there's no need to worry about how long they can be driven for now. Below are the relevant regulatory requirements and methods to determine whether a vehicle is National V: Relevant Regulatory Requirements: According to regulations, starting from July 1, 2020, all light vehicles sold and registered must comply with the National VI standard. After the implementation of the National VI standard, National V vehicles will not be affected in terms of normal road use. Vehicles already sold will continue to follow the emission standards at the time of sale, so annual inspections for National V vehicles will still be conducted according to the National V standard. Methods to Check Whether a Vehicle is National V or National VI: Query the engine number or chassis number on the motor vehicle environmental protection website. Check the vehicle's conformity certificate, which clearly states the emission standard. Review the vehicle's environmental protection list and conformity list, which also indicate the vehicle's emission standard.
I've been driving for many years, and the issue of China 5 and China 6 emission standards is indeed a concern. Policy-wise, China 6 vehicles meet the new standards and will definitely be allowed on the road for many years, at least until 2030 or even longer, depending on local regulations—big cities like Beijing and Shanghai may have stricter rules, with more restrictions on China 5 vehicles, but in second- or third-tier cities or rural areas, they can still be used. The key is not to panic. Currently, China 5 vehicles can still pass annual inspections as long as you maintain the engine and emission system regularly, such as replacing filters and using good fuel. If the car is in good condition, there shouldn’t be a problem. In the long run, as the government promotes environmental protection, it’s advisable to keep an eye on local announcements to avoid sudden driving bans affecting your travel plans.
