What should be paid attention to when driving a car for a long distance?
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Before driving long distances, it is best to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle, checking all parts that are prone to failure, such as brakes, wipers, clutch, tires, etc. The introduction of car maintenance items and the benefits of regular maintenance are as follows: Car maintenance items: Mainly include replacing fluids and wearing parts. Fluids include engine oil, transmission oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, windshield washer fluid, and electrolyte, etc. Wearing parts include belts, wipers, spark plugs, ignition coils, brake pads, brake discs, tires, and filters, etc. Benefits of regular maintenance: Regular car maintenance can improve the performance of the car and extend its service life. According to relevant car maintenance test programs, proper car maintenance can save 11.36% of fuel during driving. After the entire car is maintained, the CO emissions can be reduced by 45.37% when the car is idling.
I'm most concerned about my vehicle's health during long-distance drives. I remember spending half an hour checking tire pressure, engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid levels before driving from Beijing to Shanghai last time, paying special attention to battery life, and everything went smoothly on the road. Now it's become a habit to check these points before every long trip. It's best to do a minor service in advance, such as changing the oil and filters. Tire wear or cracks can also affect safety, so don't overlook the spare tire. Additionally, the air conditioning system should be cleaned - sudden loss of cooling on the highway would be miserable. In short, treat your car as a partner; only by taking good care of it can you drive with peace of mind on long journeys.
