How to Check a Car's Emission Standard?
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To check a car's emission standard, follow these methods: 1. For new cars, you can check the vehicle's factory certificate or vehicle conformity certificate. 2. Log in to the public inquiry platform of the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website to verify. You will need to enter the vehicle's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and the last 6 digits of the engine number. Here is an introduction to car emission standards: 1. From National Standard 1 to National Standard 6, the symbols are I, II, III, IV, V, and VI, respectively. The first National Standard 1 emission standard was introduced on July 1, 2000. 2. The current "National Standard 6" is divided into two phases: "National Standard 6a" and "National Standard 6b," which were uniformly implemented nationwide on July 1, 2020, and July 1, 2023, respectively. 3. The National Standard 6 is extremely stringent, far exceeding Europe's Stage VI emission standards and the U.S. Tier 3 standards, making it one of the strictest emission standards globally. The implementation period for National Standard 6 will also be longer.
I often inspect various vehicles, and the most straightforward way to check the emission standard is by looking at the VIN number under the hood. Open the hood or check the small area at the lower left corner of the windshield to find that 17-digit number—it's like the car's ID card. Once you have the VIN, you can enter it on the transportation bureau's website or a mobile app, and within seconds, the emission standard will be displayed, such as China V, China VI, or Euro standards. By the way, emission standards directly affect whether your vehicle passes the annual inspection. If it exceeds the standard, you might face fines or driving restrictions, especially in big cities with strict environmental policies. During regular maintenance, also pay attention to keeping the engine clean to ensure emissions compliance, which can save you money and hassle while protecting the environment by reducing pollution. I recommend car owners check periodically to avoid forgetting—this trick has helped many friends easily solve the problem.
