Are There Any Taboos When Driving a New Car Home?

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Taboos when driving a new car home: Hanging red cloth on the new car. In China, red symbolizes joy and good luck, and it can ward off evil spirits. Tying a red ribbon to the new car represents safe travels and smooth journeys. The red cloth should be hung for just a day or two. Pregnant women should not ride in a new car because the air quality inside is likely substandard. Due to cost factors, most car interiors use materials like plastic and artificial leather, which produce unpleasant odors—especially harmful for pregnant women. Below are specific precautions for inspecting a new car: 1. Inspect the body: Visually check the paint for scratches and wear. Examine the paint under ample sunlight for color discrepancies. Open the doors and adjust angles to check the sheet metal for smoothness from different light perspectives. 2. Check the doors: Open the doors to ensure they operate smoothly and that the gaps between doors and bumpers are consistent. 3. Inspect the engine: Open the hood to check for cleanliness. If the car has been stored or used for a long time, some areas may show obvious dust or stains. 4. Check the glass: Verify if the windshield is original. 5. Check the vehicle’s nameplate: Located on the driver’s side door or in the engine compartment, check the manufacturing date to ensure it’s not too old. If it’s over six months, the car might be stock or a demo model.