How long after purchasing a new car can it be driven on the highway?

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George
07/29/25 3:54pm
New cars can be driven on the highway at any time, just avoid operating the engine at excessively high RPMs during driving. New vehicles still require a break-in period, and here are the usage methods during this period: 1. Pre-warm the cold engine to reduce wear; 2. Shift gears promptly while driving—during the break-in period, it's essential to change gears appropriately to avoid situations of high gear with low RPM or low gear with high RPM; 3. Timely maintenance is necessary for new cars during the break-in phase. Driving a car requires the owner to familiarize themselves with aspects such as the vehicle's brakes, throttle, suspension, steering response, and gear-shifting logic to better understand its performance.
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