Until When Can Shanghai's National IV Vehicles Be Driven?
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As long as the vehicle is in good condition, National IV vehicles can continue to be driven indefinitely. Here are the specific details regarding the scrapping period for private vehicles: 1. No Scrapping Deadline: China has clear regulations that do not set a scrapping deadline for private passenger vehicles. Instead, there is only a guideline for "recommended scrapping" after driving 600,000 kilometers. Additionally, the mandatory scrapping period for light trucks and heavy trucks is 10 years, but it can be extended up to 5 years, meaning the maximum mandatory scrapping period for National IV trucks is 15 years. 2. National IV Vehicles: The National IV standard was first implemented in 2011 and fully rolled out nationwide by 2013. This means the oldest National IV vehicles are only about 8 years old. The phase-out of National IV vehicles will not be abrupt; there will certainly be a transition period.
This issue really depends on the specific direction of Shanghai's environmental policies. Currently, National IV gasoline vehicles can still enter the inner ring roads during weekdays, but it's important to note that starting from July 2024, National IV and below emission standard vehicles will be restricted within the inner ring area from 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays. In the long run, the 'Shanghai Air Pollution Prevention and Control Regulations' implemented in 2025 may impose stricter restrictions, but private cars are not subject to mandatory scrapping deadlines, which is reassuring. As a National IV vehicle owner, I often check the traffic restriction reminders on the 'Shanghai Traffic Command APP.' Out-of-town drivers should be especially cautious as some areas already impose a 24-hour ban on National IV vehicles. It's advisable to pay more attention to the new energy vehicle license plate policies, as Shanghai has been quite generous with its green license plate incentives.
