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What are the mandatory scrapping standards for new energy vehicles?

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McWilliam
09/09/25 2:44am
Here is an introduction to the mandatory scrapping standards for new energy vehicles: Passenger vehicles: Small and micro rental passenger vehicles are used for 8 years, medium rental passenger vehicles for 10 years, and large rental passenger vehicles for 12 years; rental passenger vehicles are used for 15 years. Coach passenger vehicles: Small coach passenger vehicles are used for 10 years, medium coach passenger vehicles for 12 years, and large coach passenger vehicles for 15 years. Public transport passenger vehicles: Public transport passenger vehicles are used for 13 years; other small and micro operational passenger vehicles are used for 10 years, and large and medium operational passenger vehicles are used for 15 years; dedicated school buses are used for 15 years.
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McManuel
09/20/25 7:37am
My previous electric vehicle was driven for almost ten years. The scrapping policy is mainly determined by the vehicle's age and mileage. National regulations mandate gasoline vehicles to be scrapped after 15 years or 600,000 kilometers, and new energy vehicles follow similar standards without separate rules. However, the battery is a key factor—once its capacity degrades below 70% due to aging, it fails the annual inspection and is forced out of service. I believe regular maintenance can extend battery life, but once it reaches the aging threshold, it's time to consider replacing the car to avoid safety risks. Additionally, some local policies update quickly, so it's important to stay informed about the regulations at the local DMV. In short, if a car is too old or has been driven too far, scrapping becomes unavoidable.
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