When Can a New Car Be Driven on the Highway?
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It is best to drive a new car on the highway after the break-in period. During the break-in period, the engine speed should be controlled at around 2,500 RPM, and the car should not remain in a single gear for too long. The speed and gear should be changed every few minutes to ensure that the gears are properly broken in and to prevent excessive wear on any single gear. Here are some methods to determine whether a car is new: Check the manufacturing date: The manufacturing date on the vehicle should match the date on the certificate of conformity, and it is usually difficult to alter. If the manufacturing date exceeds 15 days, the car is considered used. Inspect the brake discs: After driving more than 200 kilometers, brake pads typically leave noticeable marks on the brake discs. There is usually a gap of 1–2 millimeters between the brake pads and the outer edge of the brake discs.