Where can the National V and National VI standards be identified?
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You can check the [Vehicle Factory Certificate] or the [Vehicle Environmental Standard List]. For used cars, you can query the vehicle's model number on the environmental protection website. Here is additional information: 1. When purchasing a new car, there is usually an accompanying environmental information sheet that includes the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the emission standard the car complies with (National V or VI). Consumers should review this carefully. The National V emission standard is marked with a "V", while the National VI emission standard is marked with a "Ⅵ", both using Roman numerals. 2. The implementation of strict emission standards by the government helps regulate automakers. As environmental pollution becomes increasingly severe, countries worldwide have established emission standards to ensure compliance, which plays a positive role in protecting the global environment.
Last time I went to the DMV for license plate registration, I specifically asked about this. The staff told me that the most straightforward method is to check the vehicle's environmental label and registration certificate. China 6 vehicles usually have a green label stuck on the windshield corner with the words 'China 6' on it, while China 5 vehicles have a blue label. You can also refer to the vehicle conformity certificate or purchase invoice, which will clearly indicate whether the emission standard is China 5 or China 6. I've checked several times myself and found that most new cars produced after 2019 are China 6 compliant due to stricter environmental policies. You need to be extra careful when buying used cars, as older vehicles might be China 5 compliant, and if they emit too much smoke, they might fail the annual inspection. So, it's important to pay attention to these documents regularly to avoid registration hassles later on, especially since many cities now restrict entry to China 6 vehicles only.
