Can a New Car Drive on the Highway?

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During the break-in period of a new car, you can drive on the highway as long as you avoid aggressive acceleration and braking. Here are some precautions to take during the break-in period: 1. Try to avoid emergency braking: Emergency braking not only shocks the braking system during the break-in period but also increases the impact load on the chassis and engine. It's best to avoid emergency braking within the first 300 kilometers of driving. 2. Avoid overloading: If a new car is fully loaded during the break-in period, it can cause damage to the components. Therefore, within the first 1,000 kilometers, the load should generally not exceed 75%-80% of the rated capacity. 3. Driving on the highway: If a new car is driven long distances during the break-in period, the engine's continuous working time will increase, which can lead to component wear. It is recommended to maintain a speed of 120 km/h with the engine speed not exceeding 3,000 RPM. If the speed exceeds 3,000 RPM, consider reducing the speed to keep it at 3,000 RPM. During long-distance driving, take a break of about ten minutes at service areas when encountered.