How Many Hours Can a Private Car Run Continuously?
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Private cars can run continuously for 12 hours. The following are situations that may occur during prolonged driving: 1. Engine overheating: Engine overheating is very dangerous and can damage engine performance. If on a regular road, promptly reduce speed, park the car in a relatively cool place like under a tree shade, let the engine idle, open the engine hood for ventilation and heat dissipation, and wait for the engine temperature to return to normal. If engine overheating occurs during high-speed driving or climbing, with the water temperature gauge needle entering the red zone, remaining high, or fluctuating repeatedly, immediate action must be taken. 2. Tire overheating: Low tire pressure, braking, or friction between the tire and the car body can cause tire overheating. If tire overheating occurs, to avoid a blowout, driving should not continue. Pouring cold water immediately can cause tire damage due to sudden thermal expansion and contraction. 3. Brake fade: Brake fade refers to the reduction in braking force caused by high temperatures from intense friction between the brake disc and brake pads. Excessively high temperatures can even lead to brake failure. Therefore, once brake fade occurs, shift to a lower gear to make full use of engine braking. If the situation is severe, it is best to stop and wait for the brake system to cool down naturally before continuing to drive, to avoid safety issues.