What National Emission Standard Did Cars Follow in 2006?
2 Answers
06-year cars comply with either National II or National III emission standards. It is recommended to check the vehicle's environmental protection label, which clearly indicates the standard at the back. Methods to check emission standards include: 1. Visiting the local vehicle management office; 2. Logging onto the Motor Vehicle Exhaust Pollution Supervision and Management Center website, entering the vehicle's details to obtain the information. Currently, China has implemented the National VI emission standard, which is divided into two phases: National VIa and National VIb. Some regions have already adopted the National VIa standard. The National VI Motor Vehicle Pollutant Emission Standards were established 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 pollution from exhaust emissions of compression-ignition and gas-fueled ignition engines, protect the ecological environment, and safeguard human health.
I've been driving for many years, and cars from 2006 generally meet the China II emission standard. China II was implemented starting in 2004 and upgraded to China III in 2007, so new cars produced in 2006 fall under China II. This means emission controls are lower compared to newer standards, resulting in slightly more exhaust pollution. Some cities like Beijing and Shanghai have started restricting China II vehicles in environmental protection zones, so I need to check policies before entering urban areas to avoid fines. Maintenance costs for China II vehicles aren't high, but older parts are prone to failure—it's advisable to regularly inspect the catalytic converter. Overall, it doesn't significantly impact daily use, but in the long run, opting for a new energy vehicle is more cost-effective. When considering a car change, it's best to check official documents to confirm the standard.
