Can a New Car Be Driven on the Highway?
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New cars can be driven on the highway, but there are 4 precautions to keep in mind: 1. Do not blindly drive at high speeds on the highway. The first batch of engine oil contains many metal particles, and accelerating recklessly on the highway can increase internal engine wear. 2. The engine speed should not be too high and should be kept within 3,000 to 4,000 RPM. A newly purchased car requires a break-in period, and if the speed exceeds 4,000 RPM initially, it can cause damage to the car. 3. Avoid driving on the highway for extended periods. Continuous high-load operation of the engine can easily lead to increased wear on mechanical parts. For a new car, prolonged highway driving means high-load operation for the engine. 4. For automatic transmission cars, switch to manual mode to flexibly adjust the car's speed and reduce wear and tear.
I've driven several brand-new cars directly onto the highway, and in fact, new cars can definitely run on highways. However, it's important to note that a newly purchased car is still in the break-in period, and the engine needs time to gradually adapt. In the first few days after picking up the car, I keep the speed between 80 to 100 kilometers per hour, avoiding sudden acceleration and hard braking as much as possible. It's also a good idea to have a tire pressure gauge and an air pump in the car, as new tires can experience pressure fluctuations during initial use. One weekend, right after picking up a new car, I drove 300 kilometers on the highway, maintaining a steady speed throughout and deliberately avoiding peak traffic hours. Now, the car has 20,000 kilometers on it and is still in excellent condition. The key is to give the new car some time to adapt.
