China tightens rules on used-car exports to prevent new car disguise

Investing.com -- China will implement stricter oversight of used-car exports and take measures to prevent new cars from being exported as used vehicles, according to a notice released by the country’s commerce ministry on Friday.

Starting January 1, vehicles seeking export approval within 180 days of their registration will need to submit information related to after-sales maintenance services, the Ministry of Commerce announced.

The new regulations will also subject used car exporters to increased scrutiny from local commerce authorities, who will monitor for dishonest practices or failures to fulfill quality assurance obligations.

This regulatory tightening follows concerns raised within China’s automotive industry about the practice of exporting new vehicles labeled as used. In June, the chairman of Chinese automaker Changan publicly called for authorities to crack down on exports of "zero-mileage used cars," warning that such practices could "enormously damage Chinese brands’ image" in international markets.

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