Older motorcycles will have to meet tighter in-use emission standards from Apr 6, 2023, as part of Singapore’s efforts to reduce vehicular emissions and improve air quality. Announcing this on Wed, NEA said the stricter standards will apply to local motorcycles registered before Jul 1, 2003. “These motorcycles can continue to be used until Jun 30, 2028, as long as they meet the tightened in-use emission standards,” said NEA. Motorcycles registered on or after Jul 1, 2003, are already subject to the same stringent in-use standards or more. “With proper maintenance, most motorcycles will be able to meet the tightened in-use emission standards,” it said. “Owners of affected motorcycles are reminded to get their vehicles serviced and inspected to meet the tightened emission standards.” Foreign motorcycles will also have to meet the new in-use emissions standards from Apr 6, 2023, regardless of their registration date. Singapore motorcycles registered before Jul 1, 2003, will no longer be allowed on the roads after Jun 30, 2028. NEA also announced that it will “exclusively adopt” the latest UN noise standards for vehicles and aftermarket exhaust systems from Apr 1, 2023.... Continue Reading