What is the emission standard for cars produced in 2014?
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Cars produced in 2014 may comply with either China IV or China V emission standards. You can check the environmental protection label located at the upper right corner of the windshield. Below is a detailed introduction to China's emission standards: Purpose: The Chinese government implements strict emission standards to regulate automakers, encouraging them to produce more environmentally friendly vehicles. Additionally, these stringent standards help phase out older vehicles that fail to meet emission requirements. Development of China's emission standards: In 2019, various regions and cities across China began implementing the China VI standard. The China VI standard implemented in 2019 was the China VIa standard, serving as a transitional standard between China V and China VI. The true China VI standard is the China VIb standard, which is considerably more stringent. Comparison between China VIa, VIb and China V: China VIa requires lower carbon monoxide emissions while maintaining the same requirements for other pollutants as China V. Compared to China V, China VIb not only demands lower carbon monoxide emissions but also imposes stricter requirements on other pollutants.
I remember the car I bought in 2014. The salesperson clearly stated at the time that it met the China 4 emission standard, as China 5 was not officially implemented until 2018, and most new cars in 2014 complied with the China 4 requirements. Back then, I paid special attention to this when purchasing the car, since emission standards affect the vehicle's usage scope, such as current restrictions on China 4 cars in some cities. If you have the purchase contract or the environmental label for a 2014 car, you can directly check the standard number, usually marked as IV for China 4. As someone who has driven for over a decade, I believe staying informed about emission standards can help avoid issues during vehicle transfers. I recommend regularly checking the environmental protection bureau’s website for policy updates to ensure uninterrupted driving.
As an automotive enthusiast, most cars produced in 2014 generally met the China 4 emission standard, since China 5 wasn't fully implemented until early 2018. When I researched car purchases back then, I noticed most new vehicles at dealerships had China 4 labels, which you could find on the environmental sticker on the windshield or the vehicle conformity certificate. However, some provinces like Beijing piloted China 5 models earlier, so it's best to verify with the VIN before buying. Emission standards also affect daily driving fuel consumption and exhaust testing—upgrading to a new energy vehicle would be more eco-friendly. With China 4 cars gradually being phased out on the roads now, I recommend checking local traffic regulations to avoid fines.
