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Truck Lifespan in Vietnam: 2023 Update

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13/02/2025

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Mr. Ba, a resident of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, has been driving his 6.5-ton Hyundai HD99 truck for nearly 20 years. Recent rumors about trucks reaching their “lifespan limit” and facing potential traffic bans have left him sleepless and worried about his livelihood. Is his long-time “bread and butter” destined for forced retirement?

Mr. Ba’s concerns are shared by many truck owners with aging vehicles. What’s the truth about this “truck lifespan limit”? Let’s delve into the details with XE TẢI HÀ NỘI in this article.

What is a Truck Lifespan Limit?

The lifespan of a vehicle, including trucks, refers to the period during which it is legally permitted to operate on public roads. This period is calculated from the date of initial registration to the expiration date.

How Long is a Truck’s Lifespan?

According to the latest regulations outlined in Circular 52/2021/TT-BGTVT, truck lifespans are categorized as follows:

Trucks carrying passengers: 25 years
Trucks carrying goods (under 3.5 tons): 20 years
Specialized trucks: 20 years
Tractor trucks: 30 years

Note: This regulation applies to trucks registered from January 1, 2022. Vehicles registered before this date are still subject to previous regulations.

Truck Lifespan Table

Truck Type	Lifespan
Passenger Truck	25 years
Cargo Truck (under 3.5 tons)	20 years
Cargo Truck (over 3.5 tons)	20 years
Specialized Truck	20 years
Tractor Truck	30 years

End-of-Life Trucks: A Concern for Owners

Many worry that reaching the lifespan limit will result in a traffic ban, significantly impacting their transportation businesses. However, according to Mr. Nguyen Van A, an expert at the Vietnam Institute of Automotive Engineering and Technology, “The purpose of regulating truck lifespans is not to ban vehicles but to control vehicle quality, ensure traffic safety, and protect the environment.”

Important Considerations Regarding Truck Lifespan

Vehicle Inspection: Trucks that have reached their lifespan limit will not be eligible for registration renewal. Owners should proactively monitor inspection deadlines to avoid penalties.
Ownership Transfer: Transferring ownership of a truck that has reached its lifespan limit is still permitted.
Buying Used Trucks: When purchasing a used truck, carefully inspect the vehicle documents, especially the manufacturing year and remaining lifespan.

Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Lifespan

1. Can a truck that has reached its lifespan limit still operate?

No, trucks that have reached their lifespan limit will not be eligible for registration renewal and are not permitted to operate on public roads.

2. Can a truck that has reached its lifespan limit be sold?

Yes, owners can still sell trucks that have reached their lifespan limit, but they must clearly inform the buyer about the vehicle’s condition.

3. What can be done with a truck that has reached its lifespan limit?

Owners can choose to scrap the vehicle or continue using it for other purposes, such as transporting construction materials within a construction site or for agricultural use.

Hyundai HD99 truck on the road

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