In which year was the China IV vehicle introduced?
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Cars produced after July 1, 2011, comply with the China IV standard. Below is a detailed introduction to the automotive emission standards: 1. China III emission standard: The specific implementation times were July 1, 2009, for light-duty diesel vehicles; July 1, 2010, for heavy-duty gasoline vehicles; July 1, 2008, for heavy-duty gas vehicles and heavy-duty diesel vehicles. 2. China IV emission standard: The nationwide implementation times were July 1, 2013, for light-duty diesel vehicles; July 1, 2013, for heavy-duty gasoline vehicles; January 1, 2011, for heavy-duty gas vehicles; and July 1, 2013, for heavy-duty diesel vehicles. 3. China V emission standard: The nationwide implementation of the China V emission standard began on July 1, 2017, with nitrogen oxide emissions reduced by 25% compared to the China IV standard, and the addition of PM emission limits, making it more stringent. 4. China VI emission standard: The China VI standard will be divided into two phases, 6A and 6B. The first phase started on July 1, 2020, prohibiting the sale, registration, and licensing of vehicles below the 6A emission standard; the second phase begins on July 1, 2023, prohibiting the sale, registration, and licensing of vehicles below the 6B emission standard.
I remember the China IV vehicle emission standard was introduced in 2011, primarily targeting newly manufactured light-duty passenger vehicles, with official implementation starting from January 1st. For car enthusiasts like me, this standard imposed stricter emission requirements. It was introduced when China III vehicles were still prevalent, aiming to reduce nitrogen oxides and particulate emissions, marking progress in environmental protection. Having followed automotive trends for years, I recall the policy was implemented in phases, with pilot programs in major cities like Beijing and Shanghai as early as 2010, while nationwide rollout wasn't completed until 2011. Since then, all new vehicles had to comply with China IV standards, and the used car market began adjusting accordingly - buyers needed to check if older models met China IV requirements. Overall, this step was crucial, paving the way for subsequent China V standards while reminding us to consider emission levels when choosing vehicles for greater environmental friendliness.
