What is the emission standard for cars from 2014?
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Cars from 2014 generally comply with China IV or China V emission standards. You can check the environmental protection label in the upper right corner of the windshield to identify the standard. Emission standards refer to regulations on the content of harmful gases such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, particulates, and carbon smoke emitted from vehicle exhaust. The emission sources come from the exhaust pipe, crankcase, and fuel system. Methods to check the emission standard: 1. Check the motor vehicle conformity certificate; 2. Look for the vehicle inventory list; 3. Log in to the motor vehicle exhaust pollution supervision and management website; 4. Check the back of the environmental protection label on the car's front windshield; 5. Take the vehicle registration form to the vehicle management office for inquiry.
I just bought a used 2014 sedan, and after driving it for a few years, I noticed many people are concerned about emission standards. As far as I know, cars from 2014 typically comply with the China IV emission standard, as the national standard was promoting China IV around that time, with mandatory implementation for automakers around 2011. This is important because major cities like Beijing or Shanghai now have environmental traffic restriction policies, and China IV vehicles may face restrictions in certain areas. During the annual inspection last year, the staff checked the emission data to ensure compliance with the environmental protection bureau's requirements. It's advisable for car owners to check the vehicle registration certificate or VIN code information, which clearly states the emission level. Proper maintenance can reduce exhaust pollution, but upgrading to the China V standard would cost more. Some brands might have produced China V-compliant cars in late 2014, but the mainstream was still China IV.
