USED HOWO TRUCKS WORKSHOP

Qingdao Alston Motors Co., Ltd operates a refurbishment workshop focused on used HOWO trucks, heavy-duty transport vehicles, and commercial truck reconditioning for export markets.

The workshop mainly handles vehicle inspection, mechanical repair, refurbishment, testing, upper body installation, and export preparation for customers in Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and other developing regions where heavy-duty trucks are often required to operate under high-load and long-distance transport conditions.

Instead of focusing only on exterior refurbishment, the workshop places greater attention on mechanical condition, chassis integrity, drivetrain stability, maintenance accessibility, and long-term operating reliability under real working environments.

Workshop Facilities & Equipment

The workshop is equipped with lifting systems, maintenance equipment, diagnostic tools, testing devices, and spare parts storage areas required for heavy-duty truck refurbishment and servicing.

Dedicated working areas are arranged for:

• Vehicle inspection
• Engine and gearbox maintenance
• Chassis repair and reinforcement
• Cabin restoration
• Surface treatment and repainting
• Upper body installation
• Hydraulic and electrical system testing

The facility is designed to support batch refurbishment work and export preparation for commercial vehicles used in mining, construction, fuel transportation, and infrastructure projects.

Technical Team

Alston Motors employs engineers, mechanics, welders, painters, electricians, and technical specialists with practical experience in HOWO trucks and heavy-duty commercial vehicle systems.

The technical team is responsible for:

• Vehicle refurbishment
• Mechanical repair
• Fault inspection and troubleshooting
• Chassis and structural inspection
• Quality control procedures
• Export preparation and technical support

Internal technical training is carried out regularly to maintain familiarity with different truck configurations, refurbishment procedures, export requirements, and operating conditions in overseas markets.

Diagnostic & Inspection Procedures

The workshop uses diagnostic equipment and inspection procedures to evaluate vehicle condition before and after refurbishment work.

Inspection and testing procedures include:

• Engine operating condition testing
• Brake system inspection
• Gearbox and drivetrain inspection
• Axle and suspension inspection
• Hydraulic system pressure testing
• Electrical system diagnostics

The purpose of these inspections is to identify hidden wear, mechanical instability, leakage issues, abnormal operating conditions, and potential maintenance risks before export shipment.

Refurbishment & Vehicle Upgrading

Each truck is refurbished according to its actual condition, application requirements, and destination market environment.

Refurbishment and upgrade work may include:

• Cabin replacement or restoration
• Chassis repair and repainting
• Tire replacement
• Interior refurbishment
• Electrical system repair
• Pipeline replacement
• Installation of new upper body structures
• Dump body replacement
• Fuel tanker tank installation
• Water tanker tank installation
• Concrete mixer drum installation

For some African and developing markets, selected vehicles can also be converted from electronic pump systems to mechanical pump systems. This type of configuration is still widely preferred in certain regions because it reduces electronic system dependence and simplifies long-term maintenance under local workshop conditions.

For East African markets such as Tanzania, Zambia, Uganda, and Kenya, selected trucks can also be converted from left-hand drive (LHD) to right-hand drive (RHD) configurations according to local transport regulations and operating requirements.

Spare Parts & Technical Support

The company maintains inventory for commonly used maintenance and replacement components required for HOWO truck refurbishment and after-sales service.

Support services include:

• Spare parts supply
• Technical consultation
• Maintenance guidance
• Export preparation support
• Overseas service coordination

Alston Motors also works with long-term suppliers and parts manufacturers to improve component compatibility, maintenance efficiency, and stable long-term fleet operation.

Quality Control Procedures

Every refurbished vehicle undergoes multiple inspection and operational testing procedures before shipment.

Quality control procedures include:

• Key component inspection
• Mechanical operating tests
• Brake testing
• Engine performance inspection
• Chassis inspection
• Electrical system testing
• Road testing and final operational verification

Particular attention is placed on mechanical stability, structural durability, braking performance, drivetrain condition, and operating reliability under heavy-load transport conditions.

Export Market Experience

The workshop and export teams have long-term experience supplying refurbished HOWO trucks to customers across Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and other developing regions.

Vehicle configurations can be adjusted according to:

• Road and terrain conditions
• Climate and temperature conditions
• Payload requirements
• Fuel quality standards
• Local workshop capabilities
• Regional transport regulations

This practical refurbishment approach helps customers improve fleet durability, reduce maintenance difficulties, and support long-term commercial vehicle operation under demanding transport conditions.