电动自行车新国标9月起实施

Core Points - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) introduced a new mandatory national standard for electric bicycles, which will be implemented in two phases: production by September 1, 2023, and sales by December 1, 2023 [1][2] - The new standard aims to phase out non-compliant electric bicycles from the market and enhance consumer safety through various measures, including subsidies for consumers purchasing compliant models [2] Group 1 - The new national standard was revised over 8 months, involving over 70 research sessions, 160 technical discussions, 220 experimental validations, processing 54,000 suggestions, and nearly 130,000 surveys, resulting in modifications to nearly 200 key indicators [1] - The implementation timeline allows for vehicles produced under the old standard to be sold until November 30, 2025, while all sales from December 1, 2023, must comply with the new standard [1] - Several electric bicycle companies have begun promotions to clear out inventory in anticipation of the new standard [1] Group 2 - Local authorities will enhance the promotion of trade-in policies and subsidies for consumers purchasing compliant electric bicycles, particularly targeting first-time buyers [2] - The new standard is expected to have five positive effects, including reducing fire hazards, minimizing traffic accident risks, preventing illegal modifications, improving overall vehicle safety, and better meeting consumer needs [2] - Consumers are advised to check for mandatory product certification (CCC certification) and product quality certificates when purchasing electric bicycles [2]