How Many Kilometers for a Truck to Be Scrapped?
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Mini trucks are scrapped at 500,000 kilometers, while medium and light trucks at 600,000 kilometers. Below are the relevant details about truck scrapping: 1. Scrapping period for trucks: Low-speed trucks with single-cylinder engines have a service life of 9 years, low-speed trucks with multi-cylinder engines and mini trucks have a service life of 12 years, hazardous material transport trucks have a service life of 10 years, and other trucks (including semi-trailer tractors and full-trailer tractors) have a service life of 15 years. 2. Scrapping subsidies for trucks: Semi-trailer tractors and heavy trucks with a total weight exceeding 12,000 kg (including 12,000 kg) that have been in use for 10 years or more but less than 15 years (including box trucks, van trucks, tanker trucks, flatbed trucks, container trucks, dump trucks, special structure trucks, etc., but excluding full trailers and semi-trailers) are eligible for a subsidy of 18,000 RMB per vehicle.
Having driven trucks for half my life, I know all about the scrapping process. National regulations stipulate that commercial trucks must be mandatorily scrapped after reaching either 600,000 kilometers or 15 years of service, whichever comes first. This is primarily for safety considerations, as engines and chassis suffer severe wear from prolonged use, leading to potential brake failures or electrical malfunctions. When my own truck hit 550,000 kilometers, the engine started smoking, and repair costs became prohibitively expensive. Proper routine maintenance—like oil changes and tire inspections—can extend mileage by tens of thousands, but don’t expect indefinite use. Current policies encourage new energy vehicles, and switching to electric trucks may offer longer service life. In short, scrap compliant vehicles without hesitation—it’s not worth the risk.
