Should a car be driven frequently during the break-in period?

[MacAnnie]

Whether to drive a car frequently during the break-in period depends on personal usage needs. The break-in period for a new car typically ranges between 3,000 to 5,000 km. Although new cars undergo initial break-in at the factory, the surfaces of components remain relatively rough. The break-in period significantly impacts the vehicle's future lifespan. Proper usage methods during the break-in period include: 1. Preheating the cold engine – reasonable warm-up allows the oil to lubricate the engine internals effectively, reducing wear; 2. Timely gear shifting while driving, especially for manual transmission vehicles – appropriate gear changes during break-in help avoid phenomena like high gear with low RPM or low gear with high RPM; 3. New vehicles require timely maintenance during the break-in phase.