Abstract: This study examines the retirement/disposal of outdated vehicles with a specific focus on the Pakistani perspective. The study investigates current trends and environmental standards in Pakistan for automobile safety and disposal and identifies the criteria being followed to categorize vehicles as retirement-worthy. The research also discusses the policies in place to control vehicle emissions and the advantages of retiring old vehicles in terms of pollution and economy. Qualitative data was gathered through interviews with 14 individuals from the automobile sector, regulatory authorities, and automobile users. The analysis reveals that there are no government criteria for the disposal of old vehicles in Pakistan and that the decision to dispose of a vehicle is often based on the owner's financial circumstances and availability of new models. The research suggests that early vehicle retirement programs, mandatory testing of vehicle emissions, and fitness inspection centers for all road-going vehicles are necessary to improve the disposal practices. The article recommends that the government launch awareness campaigns to educate the public about the harmful effects of using high-emission vehicles and mandate better-quality fuel to allow for higher emission standards. The import of older cars up to 7-8 years, provided they meet the Euro II standard, should be allowed, and duty-free import of "Kei" cars should be permitted to increase competition in the market and promote vehicle performance improvement.
Keywords: Automobiles Disposal; Battered Vehicles; Vehicle safety and emissions standards; Vehicle Replacement; Obsolete Automobiles; Developing Countries.
Title: Automobiles Disposal: A Case of Pakistan
Author: M. Owais Yunus, Sarah Ahmad
International Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Technology
ISSN 2348-7593 (Online)
Vol. 11, Issue 1, April 2023 - September 2023
Page No: 7-17
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Published Date: 05-May-2023
