Do new cars still have a break-in period?

[EmersonAnn]

New cars still have a break-in period, which typically ranges from 1,000 to 1,500 kilometers. Precautions to take during the break-in period include: 1. Warm up the engine before starting; 2. Avoid emergency braking; 3. Prevent excessive load; 4. Avoid long-distance trips; 5. Do not drive at high speeds; 6. Use high-quality gasoline; 7. Do not remove the speed limiter prematurely; 8. Shift gears in a timely manner; 9. Properly adjust the ignition and fuel systems. Methods for using the car during the break-in period: 1. Preheat a cold car—proper warming up allows the engine oil to lubricate the engine effectively, reducing wear; 2. Shift gears promptly while driving, especially for manual transmission cars—gear changes should be reasonable during the break-in period to avoid high gear at low RPM or low gear at high RPM; 3. New cars require timely maintenance during the break-in period.