What is China 6?
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China 6 is the sixth-stage national standard for pollutant emissions from motor vehicles. It is a standard formulated to implement the Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of China and the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law of the People's Republic of China, aiming to prevent and control pollution caused by exhaust emissions from compression-ignition and gas-fueled spark-ignition engine vehicles, protect the ecological environment, and safeguard human health. The China 6 standard is divided into two phases: 6A and 6B. The first phase, starting from July 1, 2020, prohibits the sale, registration, and licensing of vehicles that do not meet the 6A emission standard. The second phase, starting from July 1, 2023, prohibits the sale, registration, and licensing of vehicles that do not meet the 6B emission standard. The above dates represent the national timeline for implementing the China 6 standard, but some regions have already determined to enforce this standard ahead of schedule.
I've been driving for several years and often discuss the China 6 topic in car enthusiast groups. It's China's latest automotive emission standard, officially named the National Sixth Stage Emission Limits for Light-Duty Vehicles, aiming to significantly reduce vehicle pollutants and protect the blue skies. Compared to the older China 5 standard, China 6 is divided into two phases (6a and 6b) with stricter limits on nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide. New vehicles now come equipped with advanced technologies like particulate filters to purify exhaust gases more effectively. For drivers, choosing a China 6-compliant vehicle offers major advantages: relaxed urban driving restrictions, higher resale value, and tangible environmental benefits by reducing PM2.5 emissions – making the air we breathe cleaner. Some complain about slightly higher prices, but daily maintenance costs remain largely unchanged. It's cost-effective in the long run and crucial for health, especially reducing children's exposure to polluted air.
