China’s Ministry of Industry announced on Friday a new regulation concerning the export and import of new and used vehicles. Under the decision, no car may be exported after 1 January 2026 unless it is processed through official licenses and strict guarantees confirming the presence of authorized maintenance services and genuine spare parts in the target export market.
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The decision aims to address the disorder that accompanied the global spread of Chinese vehicles and to ensure proper quality and after-sales service in order to protect the reputation of Chinese-made automobiles.
The regulation includes several key points:
A ban on exporting new cars (zero mileage) under the label of “used,” a loophole previously used to evade restrictions.
Vehicles registered for less than 180 days (i.e., less than six months) are considered new and may only be exported if destined for an official, manufacturer-approved dealer.
To be considered used and eligible for export, a vehicle must:
Be transferred in ownership to a Chinese person or company.
Have been registered for more than 180 days.
Be accompanied by an official document from the manufacturer confirming the availability of after-sales services in the target country, including:
The name of the destination country
Vehicle details
Information on service and maintenance centers
An official manufacturer’s stamp
The strict regulation will come into force at the beginning of 2026, meaning no Chinese car can be exported without an official license from the Chinese government.
The decision is intended to improve the global reputation of China’s automotive industry, which has been affected by cars sold through unofficial channels without warranties or maintenance services.
The new licensing requirement obliges exporting companies to provide after-sales services and ensure the availability of genuine spare parts in destination markets.
This change will have a direct impact on the car market in Jordan, where many Chinese vehicles have entered through free zones without any obligation for after-sales support, causing several issues for Jordanian consumers.
The new Chinese government regulation aligns with recent decisions made by the Jordanian government, which require global certification standards such as European WVTA or GCC/SASO to better regulate the market.
The Chinese decision will directly influence the automotive market in Jordan and the region. For consumers, it means benefiting from vehicles with clear origins, higher reliability, warranties, and accessible maintenance services.
As for traders who rely on Chinese sources through unofficial channels, they may face difficulties importing cars, which could reduce price competition but would, in return, improve overall quality.
Competitively, Chinese cars will remain present and in demand, but their entry into markets will be more regulated and tied to global standards.
