Which regions have implemented China VI emission standards?

[DelJoy]

As of July 1, 2019, the following 12 provinces and cities implemented China VI emission standards: Hebei, Henan, Hainan, Chongqing, Anhui, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shandong, and Shaanxi. The following 6 provinces and cities implemented China VIb standards: Shenzhen, Beijing, Guangzhou, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Guangdong. Below is additional information about China VI standards: 1. The China VI standards were issued by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine on December 23, 2016, and June 22, 2018, respectively. These standards were established to implement environmental protection laws, reduce and prevent environmental pollution caused by vehicle exhaust, protect the ecological environment, and ensure human health. 2. The implementation of China VI standards imposes stricter requirements on emissions such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons.

[DiEliana]

The China VI emission standards have been basically implemented nationwide, with the focus on the timeline and regional distribution. Starting with key cities, megacities like Beijing and Shanghai launched pilot programs in early 2019. Subsequently, the China VI-A standard was implemented nationwide in July 2020, covering all provinces, including coastal regions like Guangdong and Zhejiang, as well as western areas such as Sichuan and Qinghai. By July 2023, the stricter China VI-B standard was introduced. Now, whether in first-tier cities like Shenzhen and Guangzhou or urban areas of second- and third-tier cities, new vehicle sales and registrations must comply with the standard. Some remote counties and townships may have fully adopted the standard after 2023, but overall, urban coverage exceeds 95%. For car owners, it’s essential to ensure the China VI-B label when purchasing a vehicle to avoid transfer hassles. The upgraded standards also make exhaust emissions cleaner and travel more worry-free. It’s advisable to check local environmental policies before buying a car to prevent usage issues.

[Neil]

I often pay attention to this matter, and the implementation areas of China VI emission standards are quite extensive. The starting times vary by region: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen took the lead by the end of 2019, followed by the nationwide rollout of China VI-A in 2020, which was enforced in all cities. Even remote areas like Xinjiang and Tibet in the northwest gradually caught up after that. By 2023, with the full implementation of China VI-B, even small towns in mountainous regions such as Yunnan and Guizhou must comply with the standards for new vehicles. Nowadays, no matter which province you’re in, from Hebei to Fujian, the new car market is entirely filled with China VI-B compliant vehicles. When choosing a car, pay extra attention to the emission label, especially when buying used cars, as regional restrictions may apply—otherwise, you might not be able to register the vehicle. The widespread adoption of these standards is beneficial for the environment, reducing air pollution and giving us drivers greater peace of mind. I recommend regularly checking environmental websites or apps to stay updated on new regulations.

[DeNaomi]

China 6 emission standards now cover the entire country, with implementation focused on urban areas. Cities like Beijing and Shanghai started as early as 2019, and after 2020, China 6a expanded to all provinces nationwide. Now in 2023, the stricter China 6b requirements must be implemented even in remote urban and rural areas like Inner Mongolia or Gansu. For us, it's important to avoid purchasing vehicles that don't meet China 6 regional restrictions. The upgraded standards help improve air quality.