Which provinces have implemented China 6 emission standards?

[StMaverick]

Provinces that have implemented China 6 emission standards include Guangdong Province, Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Shandong Province, Shanxi Province, Hebei Province, Henan Province, Chongqing, Sichuan Province, Anhui Province, Zhejiang Province, Jiangsu Province, Shanxi Province, and Hainan Province. The impact of China 6 standards on owners of China 4 and China 5 vehicles is as follows: 1. China 4 vehicles are likely to face license plate restrictions. For the new car market, the impact is not particularly significant. The current number of China 4 vehicles in circulation is still very large. Once license plate restrictions are imposed on China 4 vehicles, combined with the used car relocation policy, it will have a significant impact on the resale value of China 4 vehicles. As for whether there will be driving restrictions, it depends on the policies of each city, but there should be no impact in the short term. 2. The impact on China 5 vehicle owners is relatively smaller compared to China 4 owners. Restrictions on road usage are still some time away, as the China 5 standard was only implemented in 2017, so China 5 owners can rest assured. The only unavoidable impact is on resale value.

[MaverickLee]

I understand that the China 6 emission standards have been widely implemented in many provinces across the country. The pilot program first started in major cities like Beijing and Shanghai in 2019, and by July 2020, the China 6a version was basically rolled out nationwide, primarily to reduce vehicle exhaust pollution. Places like Hebei, Shanxi, Shandong, and Tianjin strictly enforced these standards. Later, starting from July 2023, the stricter China 6b standards were also implemented in most provinces. However, I’ve noticed that a few remote provinces, such as parts of Qinghai or Xinjiang, might have some buffer periods or special circumstances, mainly due to inadequate infrastructure. So, if you’re buying a car, be sure to check the requirements of the local vehicle management office to avoid purchasing a non-compliant vehicle that can’t be registered. Overall, the rollout of these standards has been quite fast, which is beneficial for the environment, but it has also brought minor issues like increased costs for automakers.

[SanEden]

I noticed that the provinces implementing China 6 emission standards basically cover most densely populated areas, such as Hebei and Shandong in North China, Jiangsu and Zhejiang in East China, and major provinces like Guangdong, which have all complied since 2020. To be specific, Beijing, Shanghai, and Tianjin were the pioneers, followed by gradual expansion to Sichuan and Chongqing. When buying a car, I always remind my friends that in these regions, they need to confirm whether the new car meets China 6a or 6b standards, otherwise, they might encounter difficulties with license plate registration. Additionally, some western provinces like Gansu or Ningxia implemented China 6b slightly later, giving the automotive industry an adaptation period. The overall trend is that the country is promoting a unified national standard to reduce air pollution, which means slightly higher prices but cleaner cars for car owners. Before purchasing a car, it's practical to pay more attention to automakers' promotions or local policy updates.

[Jeremy]

As a frequent car buyer enthusiast, I've noticed that the China 6 emission standard has been mandatorily implemented in most provinces like Beijing and Shanghai. When purchasing a car, you need to pay special attention—for instance, in places like Hebei and Shandong, new cars must meet the China 6b standard to be registered. It's advisable to check the local regulations on the official website first—simple and hassle-free. Some western provinces like Tibet are still in the transition period, but they'll catch up soon. Stricter standards are good for the environment, but they might affect pricing and model selection.

[Victor]

My concern about the implementation of China 6 emission standards lies in the varying timelines across provinces. Major eastern cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Tianjin took the lead in 2019, followed by most provinces adopting China 6a in 2020. However, some northwestern regions such as Qinghai and Ningxia, due to economic conditions or transportation factors, will implement China 6b later, providing local dealers with a buffer. Before purchasing a car, I will carefully verify vehicle administration information to avoid buying non-compliant models during transitional periods. While these standards contribute to air quality improvement, some car owners report slightly increased maintenance costs. Overall, national policies are steadily improving.