Does aggressive driving affect the Honda Civic?
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Aggressive driving can cause various types of damage to a vehicle, including to the engine, transmission, tires, suspension, and more. Aggressive driving can lead to tire slippage, where the tires experience high-friction sliding against the road surface, resulting in more severe tire wear. Vehicles subjected to frequent aggressive driving may also exhibit uneven tire wear. The torque transmitted by the transmission increases, accelerating wear and tear. Long-term aggressive driving can cause rough gear shifts, particularly in DCT transmissions, which may show noticeable performance degradation, and in severe cases, delayed shifting issues. The lifespan of components is closely related to the forces they endure—the greater the torque they bear, the faster their lifespan diminishes. Prolonged aggressive driving will naturally reduce the service life of various engine components. Overall, aggressive driving does have a certain impact on a vehicle's longevity.