How many kilometers is normal to drive in a year?
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It is normal for a car to run 20,000 kilometers in a year. Definition of mileage: The car's mileage starts counting from zero when it leaves the factory, and there are at least two mileage readings. One is the total mileage, which is the total distance traveled from the factory to the present. It will always increase regardless of the environment and will not decrease. The other is the trip mileage, which can be reset midway. Many car owners use the trip mileage to calculate how far a full tank of fuel can take them. Precautions for driving: Facing the complex road traffic conditions composed of people, vehicles, roads, and the environment, the uncertainty and variability of these factors determine the randomness and unpredictability of traffic accidents. Therefore, drivers need to have a sharp and calm mind, as well as proficient driving skills, to ensure safe driving.
I drive 20 kilometers one way to commute every day, plus taking my kids to the suburbs on weekends, which adds up to about 20,000 kilometers a year. Most of my colleagues fall within the 15,000-20,000 kilometer range. However, during my last maintenance, I met a ride-hailing driver who had already driven 50,000 kilometers in just three months, with the rear seats' leather worn shiny. Honestly, there's no standard—it all depends on your lifestyle radius. My best friend lives near her workplace, and her car gathers dust, barely reaching 5,000 kilometers a year. Just remember to check your tires every 10,000 kilometers, unlike my neighbor who didn't notice until the treads were completely worn out.
After ten years in auto repair, I've noticed a pattern: household cars exceeding 30,000 kilometers annually wear out significantly faster. I've seen loose chassis components and collapsed suspensions, all due to high-intensity usage. According to our workshop data, the average mileage for school runs and grocery trips is around 12,000 kilometers. For brand-new cars, it's advisable not to exceed 15,000 kilometers in the first year, as the engine requires a break-in period. Extra caution is needed for used cars, especially those over ten years old—keeping annual mileage under 10,000 kilometers is safer. Last week, an old Crown came in with 260,000 kilometers on it, still running strong. The owner credited controlled annual mileage and regular maintenance as the secret.
