What are the new inspection standards for 2021?
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2021's new inspection standards mainly include: 1. For new vehicles within 6 years: They can be exempted from inspection twice (inspection marks need to be applied for every two years, but no on-site vehicle inspection is required). 2. At the 6th and 8th years: Vehicles must undergo on-site inspection. 3. For private vehicles over 10 years old: The original inspection cycle will be followed, meaning annual inspections for vehicles aged 10 to 15 years, and semi-annual inspections for vehicles over 15 years old. Here are some additional details: The new regulations have relaxed the age limit for applying for a small car driver's license, removing the upper age limit of 70 years for applying for small car and light motorcycle driver's licenses. Vehicle owners can apply for the inspection compliance mark at the local vehicle management office within 3 months before the expiration of the vehicle's inspection validity period.
Speaking of the 2021 new testing standards, the focus is on emission upgrades and safety enhancements. The China VI emission standards fully implemented the China VI-b phase in July, requiring stricter vehicle exhaust emissions, such as significantly reduced limits for pollutants like carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides. The testing also introduced Real Driving Emissions (RDE) simulation to ensure vehicles meet standards in real-world driving conditions. On the safety front, mandatory checks for tire pressure monitoring systems and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems were introduced for some new vehicle models to reduce accident risks. The overall goal is to promote simultaneous improvements in environmental protection and driving safety. Vehicle owners need to pay more attention to maintenance records and replacing old parts during annual inspections to avoid test failures and increased repair costs. I often see some owners complaining about the initial inconvenience brought by the new standards, but in the long run, it can improve air quality and make daily driving more reliable.
