In recent developments, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced on its official website that several vehicle models failed to meet the requirements of GB18352.2-2001 "Light Vehicle Pollutant Emission Limits and Measurement Methods" and GB17691-2001 "Vehicle Compression Ignition Engine Pollutant Emission Limits and Measurement Methods for the Second Phase." As a result, these models will be banned from sale by July 1st.
According to reports, over 50 manufacturers are affected by this regulation. Although most of the non-compliant models have already been discontinued, industry insiders note that the tightening of emission standards is now a major challenge for Chinese automakers.
To address these new regulations, many companies are investing heavily in technological upgrades. For example, Great Wall Motor, a major Chinese automaker, has allocated 300 million yuan to adapt its diesel pickup truck series to the national III emission standard. The company claims that this investment will not affect its overall operations, as it has more than 20 other product lines.
However, such investments come at a cost. The price of some models is expected to rise significantly. For instance, the current price of the Deere model is around 74,800 yuan, but after meeting the new standards, it may increase to approximately 80,000 yuan. Despite this, experts from the Beijing Environmental Protection Bureau suggest that even with these improvements, Great Wall Motor's vehicles may still struggle to fully comply with the national III standards due to current technological limitations.
In response, Great Wall Motor is shifting its focus toward rural markets and international exports. Meanwhile, other manufacturers like Dongfeng Honda have already achieved compliance. Their 2005 CR-V model meets the national IV emission standards without any issues. Similarly, Shenlong stated that all its products, except the Beverly 8V, are in line with the required emission levels.
A key challenge remains the quality of fuel. Many automakers argue that even if their vehicles meet the emission standards, poor-quality fuel could cause them to fail in real-world conditions. Sinopec and PetroChina claim they can produce high-quality fuels comparable to European standards, but the costs of upgrading infrastructure are high, and the market demand for premium diesel is limited.
The transition to stricter emission standards is not just about improving vehicle technology—it also requires better fuel quality. As China moves toward implementing the National IV standards by 2010, the industry faces a significant transformation. Unlike previous upgrades, moving from Euro II to Euro III or IV involves comprehensive changes in engine design, electronic control systems, and materials.
This shift is likely to accelerate the "survival of the fittest" among domestic automakers, pushing those unable to keep up out of the market. As the industry adapts, the road ahead will require continued innovation, investment, and collaboration between automakers and fuel suppliers.
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