Strictly control the export of new vehicles under the guise of used cars

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Published Time: 2025-11-17

Summary: New Policy on China's Used Vehicle Exports

  The Ministry of Commerce of China and other relevant departments issued a notice on November 11, 2025, regarding further strengthening the management of used vehicle exports.The notice stipulates strict control over the export of new vehicles under the guise of used vehicles. Effective January 1, 2026, for vehicles applying for export within 180 days (inclusive) of their registration date, local commerce authorities must instruct enterprises to supplement their applications with an “After-Sales Service Confirmation Letter” issued by the vehicle manufacturer. This document must include the destination country, vehicle details, and information on service network locations, bearing the manufacturer's official seal. Vehicles unable to provide this documentation will not be granted export licenses. For vehicles that have completed transfer registration and are awaiting export procedures prior to the implementation date of this notice, enterprises shall be guided to fulfill contractual obligations and proceed with orderly exports.

  The impact of the new policy isn't limited to the used car market; it's also a huge blow to new cars.Regardless of policy changes, Jicheng Zhongxin will continue to provide clients with the highest quality service.

Keywords: Strictly control the export of new vehicles under the guise of used cars