Regulations
China Stage 4 Fuel Consumption Standard for Light Commercial Vehicles
Based on the ICCT Policy Update, October 2024
Timing
- Jan 1, 2026, for new type-approvals
- Feb 1, 2028, for all new vehicles
- CAFC phases in from 2026 to 2030
Changes from Stage 3 to Stage 4
- Test cycle changes from NEDC à WLTC
- Now includes NEVs and vehicles powered by gas/alcohol
- Compliance flexibilities
- Off-cycle credits
- NEV multipliers (phased out after 2030): 1.4 for BEV, PHEV, FCEV, and 1.2 for “energy-saving vehicle”
- Vehicle classes updated :
- Weight-based linear regression for determining fuel consumption limits instead of the prior weight-class basis – This will potentially prevent the loophole of lenient requirements by slightly increasing vehicle weight
- Reference weight switched from curb mass to test mass (Test mass = Ref. mass + Optional equipment + representative vehicle load)
Cummins new engines introduced and poised to meet MY2027 standards
March 24, 2025
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A round-up of the recently announced engines which will meet the upcoming EPA MY 2027 standards.
Biodiesel and Renewable diesel production in the US hits a speedbump
March 23, 2025
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Biodiesel and renewable diesel production in the U.S. has slowed down significantly in 2025. Here’s why.
Megawatt charging and battery swapping
March 21, 2025
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Two new developments in China which promise to top up your battery in a few minutes, either through very high charging rates or through swapping it out.
