What is the impact of China VI on China V?
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China VI will accelerate the depreciation of China V vehicles. Here is some relevant knowledge about China VI: 1. Definition: National Sixth Stage Emission Standards for Motor Vehicle Pollutants. 2. Implementation Status: In February 2019, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Ecology and Environment issued the "Notice on the Implementation of the Sixth Stage Motor Vehicle Emission Standards in Beijing (Draft for Comments)" to solicit opinions from relevant units. Beijing will implement the Sixth Stage Motor Vehicle Emission Standards ahead of schedule. 3. Issuing Authorities: Ministry of Environmental Protection and General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine. 4. Release Date: Release Date December 23, 2016 is its release date.
I remember discussing the China 6 standard with fellow car enthusiasts when it was introduced. It had a significant impact on China 5 vehicles. Simply put, the China 6 emission limits are stricter, with reductions of nearly half in nitrogen oxides and particulate matter. As a result, many cities implemented policies restricting or banning older China 5 vehicles from entering urban areas. My friend’s China 5 gasoline car was fined last year in Shenzhen because it could no longer be driven there. Manufacturers also had to upgrade their technology, which increased production costs slightly, but the new China 6-compliant vehicles are more environmentally friendly. As a car owner, I feel this policy encourages us to either upgrade to newer models or switch to new energy vehicles. In the long run, it improves air quality but also brings some inconveniences. However, the government offers subsidies to promote the phasing out of older vehicles.
We were torn between choosing a China 5 or China 6 standard car when purchasing. Look, China 6 new cars are a few thousand yuan more expensive, but the prices of China 5 used cars have plummeted. I bought a China 5 used SUV last year, and after just two years of use, I lost over 20% when reselling it. Some cities like Guangzhou restrict China 5 vehicles from entering the city, so I sometimes have to take detours on long trips, which wastes time. Dealers offer steep discounts to clear inventory, but the China 6 version of new cars has lower fuel consumption, saving more on fuel and money. It's advisable to opt for China 6 if you're planning to buy new. If considering a China 5 used car, make sure to check local policies to avoid hassles.
The air has become noticeably cleaner after the implementation of China VI standards. I often observe changes in vehicle exhaust when I go out. The pollutants emitted by China V vehicles are higher, and their gradual phase-out is beneficial for health. Neighbors in the community complain about the depreciation of China V vehicles, but I think it's worth it. The government's push for China VI standards has reduced PM2.5, making it safer for children to play outside. In the long run, this encourages automakers to develop cleaner technologies, making cities greener.
