明年起须提供售后确认书！四部门新规严打“零公里二手车”

Core Viewpoint - The new regulations issued by four government departments in China aim to strengthen the management of used car exports, particularly targeting the export of "zero-kilometer used cars" starting from January 1, 2026, which requires a service confirmation letter from the manufacturer for vehicles registered less than 180 days [1][2][3] Group 1: Regulatory Changes - The new policy mandates that vehicles registered for less than 180 days must provide a service confirmation letter from the manufacturer to obtain an export license [1][2] - The confirmation letter must include details such as the destination country, vehicle information, and service network information, and must be stamped by the manufacturer [2][3] - Vehicles that cannot provide the required documentation will not be granted export licenses, and the regulations also standardize the information required for license applications to ensure consistency with vehicle registration certificates [1][6] Group 2: Market Impact - The regulations specifically target the rising trend of exporting "zero-kilometer used cars," which are vehicles that have been registered but have minimal usage, thus maintaining a new car status [2][3] - According to the China Automobile Dealers Association, vehicles registered for less than three months and with mileage under 50 kilometers accounted for 12.7% of the used car market in 2024, indicating a significant prevalence of such vehicles [2] - The new rules are expected to curb low-price arbitrage and chaotic competition in the market, thereby stabilizing the overseas pricing system and enhancing the quality and service focus of the industry [3] Group 3: Compliance and Management - The regulations include a dynamic management and exit mechanism for companies, emphasizing the establishment of a credit evaluation system for used car exporters [7] - Companies with multiple instances of non-compliance will face scrutiny and may be required to implement corrective measures before their export license applications are considered [7] - The regulations also call for stricter conditions for exporting modified vehicles, requiring proof of modification authenticity and compliance with national standards [8] Group 4: Support for Export Development - The government encourages the development of international business capabilities among exporters and supports the establishment of public display and trading markets in key markets [9] - There is a focus on improving the export support system, including after-sales service, parts supply, and technical support, to ensure sustainable development in the used car export sector [9]