How Many Years Can a Private Car Be Used?
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Private cars can be used for 15 years. The mandatory retirement age for private cars has been abolished, but they will be forcibly scrapped if they reach a maximum mileage of 600,000 kilometers. Introduction to private car scrapping: Since May 1, 2013, the new regulations on phasing out old vehicles have been implemented. Among them, the mandatory retirement age for private cars has been abolished, with a maximum mileage of 600,000 kilometers triggering compulsory scrapping. The regulations state that small and mini non-operational passenger vehicles, large non-operational cars, and wheeled special-purpose machinery vehicles have no usage time limit. Introduction to compulsory scrapping of motor vehicles: According to the new regulations, registered motor vehicles that fail to obtain the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection validity period will be forcibly scrapped. After the implementation of the new regulations, the prices of some used cars with longer service years but good performance will increase.
My own car has been running for almost 20 years and is still going strong, the key is sticking to proper maintenance. Every time I take it to the repair shop, I get the engine oil, brake pads, and tires checked, never putting off small issues – I fix any strange noises right away. Now with electric cars coming out, battery lifespan might be a concern, but traditional gasoline cars can easily last over 15 years with proper upkeep. I even have friends whose cars lasted more than 25 years! Regular washing and waxing to prevent rust are also important. In short, good usage habits can extend a car's lifespan – don't always drive at high speeds that strain the engine.
