When did Beijing start implementing China VI emission standards?

[Grady]

Beijing implemented the China VI emission standards for light-duty gasoline vehicles on January 1, 2020. Here are the relevant details: 1. Light-duty gasoline vehicles refer to M1, M2, and N1 category vehicles with a maximum design total mass not exceeding 3500kg. However, starting from July 1, 2019, heavy-duty gas vehicles and heavy-duty diesel vehicles for public transportation and sanitation industries sold and registered in the city must meet the China VI-b phase standard requirements. 2. M1 category vehicles refer to passenger vehicles with no more than 9 seats including the driver's seat; M2 category vehicles refer to passenger vehicles with more than 9 seats including the driver's seat and a maximum design total mass not exceeding 5000kg; M3 category vehicles refer to passenger vehicles with more than 9 seats including the driver's seat and a maximum design total mass exceeding 5000kg; N1 category vehicles refer to cargo vehicles with a maximum design total mass not exceeding 3500kg; N2 category vehicles refer to cargo vehicles with a maximum design total mass exceeding 3500kg but not exceeding 12000kg; N3 category vehicles refer to cargo vehicles with a maximum design total mass exceeding 12000kg.

[SanEvangeline]

Beijing officially implemented the China VI emission standard on July 1, 2019, a step ahead of other regions in the country. As a car enthusiast, I particularly enjoy studying the details of such policies. The China VI standard aims to reduce vehicle exhaust pollution and protect Beijing's environmental air quality, divided into the China VI b phase, which imposes stricter limits on pollutant emissions. At that time, all new car sales had to meet the new testing standards, while owners of older China V vehicles faced greater pressure during annual inspections, potentially leading to increased maintenance costs or upgrade requirements. Additionally, this policy boosted the popularity of new energy vehicles, with many car owners switching to cleaner options. I believe it not only improved our daily air quality index but also accelerated the green transformation of the entire automotive industry, benefiting health and quality of life in the long run.

[DiJackson]

I remember Beijing started implementing the China 6 emission standard in early July 2019, with the specific date being July 1st. As an ordinary car owner, this made me a bit nervous because I had to ensure my vehicle didn't exceed the standard. After the policy took effect, all new vehicles had to meet the new emission requirements, and extra caution was needed when buying used cars regarding their age and displacement - older vehicles might fail annual inspections, requiring costly repairs. Meanwhile, Beijing's air quality has indeed improved; you don't notice that strong exhaust smell when driving out, which is a good thing. But I think the policy still needs supporting measures, like improving public transportation to encourage people to choose greener travel options and drive fewer old fuel-powered vehicles.

[VonGraham]

Beijing implemented the China VI emission standards on July 1, 2019. I have always been paying attention to environmental policies and support such measures to reduce air pollution. The China VIb phase is even stricter, effectively reducing PM2.5 and nitrogen oxide emissions, which benefits urban ecological balance. Car owners should actively respond by choosing compliant vehicles.