Is the new car not allowed to exceed 100 km/h?
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No, the speed should not be too high during the break-in period. Please refer to the vehicle's user manual for instructions regarding the break-in period. The most important thing during the break-in period is to limit the engine speed. During break-in, excessively high engine speeds may increase the possibility of damaging the piston rings. Therefore, manufacturers generally recommend limiting the speed of new cars to 80~90 km/h. Generally, the break-in period is divided into three stages: initial, middle, and late. Below are the relevant details: 1. Initial stage: The maximum speed should be controlled at around 40 km/h; 2. Middle stage: Under good road conditions, the maximum speed can be increased to 60 km/h; 3. Late stage: The speed can then be raised to around 80 km/h. During the break-in period, maintaining a moderate speed is sufficient. The speed should not be too high or too low, as excessively low speed will increase fuel consumption.
I've driven many new cars, and new cars can definitely exceed 100 kph (kilometers per hour). The key is during the break-in period. For the first 1,000 kilometers, you need to be careful. I recommend keeping the speed between 80 and 100 kph, avoiding sudden acceleration or prolonged high-speed driving. The manufacturer's manual will mention that engine components need time to adapt during the break-in period, which helps reduce friction and wear, making the car more durable in the long run and protecting the warranty. After the break-in period, you can drive at 120 or even 150 kph without issues—just drive safely. Don’t worry about not being able to drive fast in a new car; just take it easy initially. When I first bought mine, I drove cautiously for the first two weeks, and now it runs smoothly on the highway.
I just bought a new car and took it on the highway on the day I picked it up, easily exceeding 100 km/h. But during the break-in period, you need to be patient. I followed the manual and kept it between 80 to 100 km/h for the first 1,500 kilometers, occasionally accelerating gently to test it. Doing this can prevent premature engine aging and extend the car's lifespan. After this stage, the car's performance is fully unleashed, making overtaking effortless. In fact, new cars are designed for fast driving; the break-in period is just a maintenance habit. My neighbor also got a new car but didn’t pay attention to the break-in, and now they’re having issues that are troublesome to fix. So don’t rush, just drive normally.
