Solutions for the environment and challenges for people

In the draft Decision of the Prime Minister on the roadmap for applying new emission standards, the Ministry of Transport proposed that from July 1, 2027, the emission standards for two-wheeled motorbikes imported, manufactured and assembled in Vietnam will be raised from level 3 to level 4.

This is considered an important step forward in environmental protection efforts, as the Ministry's research results show that raising emission standards is feasible.

Motorcycle manufacturers and importers in Vietnam are ready for this transition, with some even investing in Level 4 technology for export. More importantly, existing technology for Level 3 vehicles can be easily upgraded without too much investment.

The study also showed that applying level 4 emission standards could help reduce 50-60% of toxic emissions from motorbikes, contributing significantly to environmental protection, especially when Vietnam has about 3 million new motorbikes in circulation each year.

The Ministry of Transport is proposing a roadmap for motorbike emission testing.

The roadmap to raise emission standards for motorbikes in Vietnam is also aimed at harmonizing with other countries in the ASEAN region. Many countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore have applied Euro 4 emission standards, while Indonesia and the Philippines are expected to implement them in 2025 and 2027.

This puts pressure on Vietnam to soon raise emission standards to not only protect the environment but also compete in the quality of motorcycle products in the region.

The Vietnam Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (VAMM) has also proposed that the Ministry of Transport soon implement this roadmap to ensure synchronization with countries in the region and help the domestic motorcycle manufacturing industry meet international standards.

Challenges for the people

Although emissions testing is considered a positive step, many voters are concerned that when implemented, many vehicles may not meet emission standards and will not be allowed to circulate. This is especially difficult for low-income people, where motorbikes are the main means of transportation.

In response to this proposal, the Ministry of Transport affirmed that the roadmap for motorbike emission inspection will comply with the provisions of the Law on Environmental Protection and the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety.

Motorcycles in circulation will not be required to undergo exhaust emission inspection from January 1, 2025, when the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety takes effect, but will be implemented gradually according to a roadmap suitable to the actual situation.

The Ministry also said that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is currently coordinating with relevant agencies to study this roadmap, including considering support options for people in difficult circumstances. The Ministry will seek opinions from people, businesses and relevant parties before officially submitting it to the Prime Minister.

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