This is from last February, but the timeframe mentioned here falls into place nicely: http://wardsauto.com/asia-pacific/experts-say-beijing-s-new-auto-emissions-standards-ripple-through-china ...Analysts predict enactment of the standard likely will accelerate the government’s push to improve emissions standards across the country, providing lucrative opportunities for overseas vehicle-component suppliers. In addition: “It is important, and I do expect (the new emissions standard) to be rolled out nationwide,” says Steve Man, auto analyst with Nomura Securities in Hong Kong. “Historically, (officials) will introduce this type of standard (in Beijing) and the rest of the country will follow after a few months.” Indeed, Man sees the new emissions standard being implemented on a province-by-province basis over the next year-and-a-half. I like the sound of that..... go SAVI