Is Break-In Additive Necessary for the First Maintenance of a New Car?
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New cars do not require the addition of break-in additives during their first maintenance, nor do they need any extra additives in future maintenance. While various additives may have some effect, their cost-performance ratio is not high. Break-in additives are specifically designed for the break-in phase of new cars to improve engine break-in quality and ensure optimal engine run-in results. The first maintenance refers to the initial service after a new car has been driven, with the timing varying by vehicle—typically performed after driving 1,000 to 3,000 kilometers. Car maintenance involves regular preventive work such as inspection, cleaning, replenishment, lubrication, adjustment, or replacement of certain parts, also known as car servicing.