How many more years can a China III emission standard vehicle be driven?
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China III emission standard vehicles can be driven for 2 more years. Additional information: Scrap age limit: The scrap age limit for China III trucks is 15 years, while China III private cars have a scrap mileage limit of 600,000 kilometers. Additionally, the mandatory scrap age for China III light trucks and heavy trucks is 10 years, but it can be extended up to 5 years. According to policy regulations, as long as the vehicle meets environmental standards and passes annual inspections, it can continue to be driven on the road. Annual inspection: However, when a car is older than 15 years, it requires two annual inspections per year. If it fails the annual inspection, the state will guide the owner to apply for vehicle scrapping. For some older vehicles or those with mileage exceeding 600,000 kilometers, if they fail the annual inspection, the state will enforce mandatory scrapping measures.
I've driven a China III standard car for years, but honestly, many big cities have started imposing restrictions. For example, Beijing prohibits diesel China III vehicles from entering urban areas, while other places might be slightly more lenient. You need to check local policies. The government is promoting China VI standard new vehicles to control pollution, and restricted zones may expand. Emission tests have become stricter, making it easier for China III cars to fail annual inspections. Constant repairs can be costly, so it might be better to consider replacing it. There are also subsidy policies—you can get several thousand yuan for scrapping it. Continuing to drive it comes with many risks. In short, it depends on your region and the car's condition, but I suggest preparing early to replace it to save money and hassle.
