Implementation Time of China VI Emission Standards for Beijing Vehicles

[Hillary]

Beijing's China VI emission standards for light-duty gasoline vehicles were implemented on January 1, 2020. Here is relevant information about the China VI standards: 1. China VI Standards: The China VI emission standards, also known as the National Sixth Stage Motor Vehicle Pollutant Emission Standards test, impose more stringent requirements compared to the China V standards. These include a 50% reduction in carbon monoxide limits, a 50% reduction in total hydrocarbons and non-methane hydrocarbon limits, and a 42% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions. 2. Advantages: They can effectively shorten the time required for vehicle replacement.

[AidenLee]

Beijing implemented the China 6 emission standard starting from July 1, 2019. At that time, I was planning to buy a new car, and the salesperson informed me that the new policy required all light-duty gasoline vehicles to meet stricter emission limits—for example, reducing nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions by more than half. This change gave me a bit of a headache because I originally wanted to buy a China 5 vehicle to save money, but the prices of older models plummeted. The government introduced this policy to tackle the capital's smog and improve air quality. Looking back now, there are far more blue-sky days in the city. My advice is to check a vehicle's environmental information before buying to avoid ending up like me, regretting a hasty decision. Overall, this policy has driven technological innovation among automakers, but it has also had a significant impact on the used car market.

[MiaDella]

The Beijing China VI emission standard officially took effect on July 1, 2019, and I feel it holds tremendous significance for environmental protection. After the tightening of emission regulations, pollutants were reduced by more than half, especially with better control of harmful substances in vehicle exhaust, making the air noticeably more breathable. I strongly support this measure as it contributes to a healthier city. Subsequently, all new vehicles in the market comply with the China VI-b standard, but consumers should pay attention to the model year to avoid purchasing non-compliant older versions. In the long run, it promotes the advancement of green transportation, although the initial transition period was somewhat chaotic.

[ChristianAnn]

After Beijing implemented the China 6 emission standard in July 2019, I've handled many vehicles and noticed stricter inspection requirements for new cars. The standard demands lower emission levels than before, making China 5 vehicles riskier purchases. The policy caused a sharp drop in used car prices but promoted industry upgrades. Vehicle owners should perform regular maintenance to ensure proper emission system functioning.