Why Do New Cars Have Higher Fuel Consumption?

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This is because new cars are in the break-in period, where the internal engine resistance is relatively high, and the coordination between various components has not yet reached its optimal state, leading to increased fuel consumption. After the break-in period, the car's fuel consumption will return to normal levels. Below are the objective factors contributing to higher fuel consumption in new cars: Impact of Traffic Jams: For example, when driving out and encountering traffic congestion, frequent starting and braking during traffic jams significantly wastes fuel, causing much higher fuel consumption during such times. Blockage issues also have a substantial impact on fuel consumption. Highway Driving: When driving on highways, opening the sunroof or side windows increases wind resistance, which in turn increases fuel consumption. Therefore, it is better to use the air conditioning rather than opening the windows while driving on highways.