What does a test drive vehicle mean?
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Test drive vehicles are generally provided by manufacturers to media or 4S dealership groups for test driving purposes. These vehicles undergo certain treatments before being sold, making it difficult to distinguish them from brand-new cars based on appearance alone. Here are some tips to identify a test drive vehicle: 1. Check the tires: Since test drive vehicles have been driven, inspecting the tires for wear is crucial. If the tires show signs of wear or lack tread hairs, there's a high probability the car is a test drive vehicle. New tires typically have neatly distributed tread hairs and no signs of wear. If tire wear is detected during inspection, it's advisable not to purchase such a vehicle. 2. Inspect the brake discs: Brake discs are another component prone to wear during driving. If the brake discs show signs of wear and are not smooth, it indicates the vehicle has been driven, and caution should be exercised when considering a purchase.