Why can't the 10th-generation Accord be used as a ride-hailing vehicle?
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10th-generation Accord cannot be used as a ride-hailing vehicle because it does not meet policy requirements. Here are relevant introductions about ride-hailing vehicles:1. Decision by the automotive administrative department: The specific standards and operational requirements for vehicles shall be determined by the corresponding taxi administrative department in accordance with the development principles of high-quality service and differentiated operation, combined with local actual conditions.2. Violation of regulations: According to Article 34 of the "Interim Measures for the Management of Online Ride-hailing Taxi Business Services", violations of these provisions shall be ordered to correct by the taxi administrative department at or above the county level, given a warning, and fined; if a crime is constituted, criminal responsibility shall be investigated according to law.
I've been driving for years and know the ride-hailing regulations inside out. The 10th-gen Accord has a wheelbase of around 2776mm. Many cities require premium ride-hailing vehicles to have a wheelbase over 2700mm to qualify - otherwise platforms like Didi will directly reject registration. Emission controls are also strict - the Accord's 1.5T engine may fail to meet China VI standards in some regions, leading to approval rejection. Vehicle age limits typically range from 5-8 years - cars that are either too new or too old won't comply, getting stuck at regulatory checks. Add to that the complex operating permit application process - regular private cars can't be converted, plus you'd need to pay much higher insurance premiums. Operating costs are high too - with average fuel consumption of 8L/100km, urban driving can easily lose money. I'd suggest considering longer-wheelbase models like the Teana or Passat instead.
