Is It Normal for a New Car to Smoke and Have a Burning Smell?

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NoraLynn
07/29/25 3:38pm
It is normal for a new car to smoke and have a burning smell, which is caused by the evaporation of anti-corrosion coatings and oil stains on the engine's outer surface when heated. Heating and Evaporation: After the engine runs for a while, its outer surface becomes very hot, especially components like the exhaust pipe. These parts have various anti-corrosion treatments, including coatings. Initially, when heated, these coatings will partially evaporate, releasing a pungent odor. Surface Oil Stains: If there are oil stains on these components, they will also evaporate when heated, producing an unpleasant smell. Additionally, there are many plastic parts and decorative panels in the engine compartment, which can also emit odors when heated. However, there is no need to worry, as these smells will disappear over time once the evaporation process is complete.
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