• We’re currently investigating an issue related to the forum theme and styling that is impacting page layout and visual formatting. The problem has been identified, and we are actively working on a resolution. There is no impact to user data or functionality, this is strictly a front-end display issue. We’ll post an update once the fix has been deployed. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.

YACT: Is it bad to drive a new car a long distance?

S

Shimmishim

Elite Member
i'm planning on getting a new car soon but will have to drive it about 800 miles (12-13 hours only if i stop for gas and bathroom breaks) back to school.

Are there any tips to driving a new car a long distance?

Should I even be worried?

Any mechanics or car experts care to ring in?

thanks.
 
As long as you don't race it, that should be fine. Fleet sales do this all the time. The trick is not to race the engine so the seals seal properly... Keep your speed under 60mph.
 
The only thing they tell you to do is avoid using the cruise control for any length of time before something like 2000-3000 miles. Cars really don't have a break-in period anymore.
 
Originally posted by: Mr N8
The only thing they tell you to do is avoid using the cruise control for any length of time before something like 2000-3000 miles. Cars really don't have a break-in period anymore.
Click to expand...

so driving 65-75 should be okay?

where i'm going to be driving the speed limit is between 65 to 70 usually and then there's a stretch in oklahoma where it's 75.
 
Originally posted by: Scarpozzi
As long as you don't race it, that should be fine. Fleet sales do this all the time. The trick is not to race the engine so the seals seal properly... Keep your speed under 60mph.
Click to expand...

Yes, because you dont want your tailight coolant to leak out due to the air currents created by going over 60.

😕

Your thinking of new tire break in. He can go as damned fast as he wants, engine break in is not about the speed of the car.

Personally, I dont put much weight into it. I know guys who've bought brand new cars and had them at the track the next day.
 
Originally posted by: Shimmishim
Originally posted by: Mr N8
The only thing they tell you to do is avoid using the cruise control for any length of time before something like 2000-3000 miles. Cars really don't have a break-in period anymore.
Click to expand...

so driving 65-75 should be okay?

where i'm going to be driving the speed limit is between 65 to 70 usually and then there's a stretch in oklahoma where it's 75.
Click to expand...

Yes...unless it's an Aveo, you may not be able to get to that speed in the fist 4-5 hours. 😉
 
Engines DO have a break in period. We just bought a new vehicle and were told not to use cruise control for about 500 miles or so. The idea is that you need to vary your RPMs (which really equates to speed, unless you want to downshift while driving.)

Will your car be ruined if you don't properly break in the engine? Probably not. Will you get better gas mileage and longer engine life by doing so? Yes.
 
When you get your new car, there will be an Owners Manual in it.
Take the time to read it and do as the manufacturer suggests regarding "Breaking In"

This will not only give you the answer you are seeking here, but will also help with your warranty and, as pinion 9 states, help you get better gas mileage and longer engine life.
 
Originally posted by: archcommus
Isn't that what the car's made to do?
Click to expand...

That's kind of what I was wondering.


"Is it ok to use a computer to perform numeric calculations?"
 
My manual says there is no break in period. For the first 500-600 miles, do not race the engine, and vary your speed. I drove my new car between 60-75 mph, shifting at 3k rpm.
 
I think you have to do the same thing w/ your CD(DVD)-R, you have to record the discs at various speeds for the first couple hundred...I think I read it on the internet or something
 
Originally posted by: brtspears2
My manual says there is no break in period. For the first 500-600 miles, do not race the engine, and vary your speed. I drove my new car between 60-75 mph, shifting at 3k rpm.
Click to expand...

The purpose behind varying your engine speed is because if you have a variable valve train, the manufacturer recommends you move the camshafts back and forth a bit in the first few hundred miles, at least thats what I've been told.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

TRENDING THREADS

Back
Top