When did Henan Province implement the China VI emission standard?

[RachelDella]

Henan Province implemented the China VI emission standard on July 1, 2019. Below is the relevant introduction: According to the "Three-Year Action Plan for Pollution Prevention and Control in Henan Province (2018~2020)" issued on September 21, 2018, starting from July 1, 2019, the China VI emission standard for motor vehicles was implemented in advance across the province, promoting the use of gas-powered vehicles that meet the China VI emission standard. This means that from July 1, 2019, light-duty vehicles, gas-powered vehicles, and heavy-duty diesel vehicles for urban use such as buses, postal services, and sanitation sold and registered within the administrative region of Henan Province must comply with the China VI standard requirements.

[DiIsabel]

The implementation of China's National VI emission standards in Henan Province began on July 1, 2019. At that time, I was browsing automotive news online and saw that many regions across the country, including Henan, uniformly launched the standards. Simply put, the National VI standards make vehicle emissions cleaner, significantly better than the older National V standards, which is great for our environment. Around 2019, car dealers were frantically clearing out National V vehicles at super low prices, and I almost impulsively traded in my car. Henan has a large population and many vehicles, so implementing the standards early was a proactive move to reduce urban smog issues. Driving a new National VI-compliant car can also save some fuel and comes with stronger technological features. However, older cars can still be driven, but new vehicles must have a National VI b certificate for registration. Just pay attention to the labels when buying a new car, and you'll be fine. The policy is quite wise, as it drives the automotive industry to upgrade.

[LaMaci]

Henan Province officially implemented the China VI emission standards on July 1, 2019. As a veteran long-distance driver with decades of experience, I personally witnessed this turning point. Back then, new vehicle registrations had to comply with China VI, and Henan, as a major inland province, didn’t lag behind, keeping pace with national policies. After the upgrade, tailpipe emissions decreased significantly, leading to noticeable air quality improvements—especially in Zhengzhou, where haze during peak traffic hours became less severe than before. Driving a China VI-compliant new car feels smoother in terms of power, and long-term maintenance costs are actually lower, while older vehicles remain unaffected. I recommend staying updated on policy changes, such as the 2023 upgrade to China VI-b, which imposes stricter requirements. Overall, Henan’s early adoption has been a positive step toward greener vehicles.

[DiGriffin]

I work in the auto repair industry and interact with car owners every day. Henan implemented the China VI emission standards starting from July 1, 2019. New vehicle registrations require a China VI certificate to get licensed plates, otherwise it's not allowed. After the standards became stricter, repairs became more complex, such as needing professional tools to diagnose newly added sensors, but the benefit is reduced pollution. Car owners change cars more frequently, and older cars can still be repaired and driven on the road. The policy promotes environmental protection, which is the right thing to do, and Henan is keeping pace with the national trend. After implementation, competition among car manufacturers intensified, and product quality improved.