What Year Are China IV Vehicles?
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The implementation time of emission standards varies across different regions in the country, so it is not possible to determine which year China IV vehicles belong to. The following methods can be used to check a vehicle's emission standard: 1. The most direct way to check a vehicle's emission standard is to look at the environmental protection label on the front windshield of the vehicle, which has a clear mark on the back. 2. However, the environmental protection label has been canceled, and most vehicles no longer have this label. Nevertheless, the emission standard can still be checked on the vehicle's factory certificate or the environmental inspection qualification mark. Alternatively, you can log in to the 'Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website' to inquire about the emission standard.
I run an auto repair shop. The China 4 emission standard was implemented nationwide for gasoline vehicles in July 2011, while diesel vehicles followed half a year later in 2012. For vehicles with the manufacture year marked on the license plate tail number, those produced between 2013 and 2017 mostly comply with China 4. However, it's worth noting that some pre-registered vehicles obtained China 4 certification as early as late 2010. The most accurate way to verify during inspections is to check the color of the environmental label on the windshield – green background with white characters indicates a China 4 vehicle. Currently, some cities have started restricting China 4 vehicles from entering urban areas, so it's best to check local policies before purchasing a used car.
