Which Year Does China III Standard Vehicles Belong To?

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China III standard vehicles began production in 2008. Below are relevant details about the China III standard: 1. Definition: The so-called China III standard refers to China's third-stage vehicle emission standards. The national third-stage emission standard is equivalent to the European Euro III emission standard, meaning the exhaust pollutant levels match those of Euro III. The difference is that new vehicles must be equipped with an OBD, or On-Board Diagnostics system. 2. Scope of Application: According to Announcement No. 5 of 2006 by the State Environmental Protection Administration, 'Announcement on Publishing New Motor Vehicle Models and Engine Types That Meet the National Second and Third Stage Motor Vehicle Emission Standards,' the China III standard mainly applies to light gasoline and diesel vehicles under 3.5 tons.