The seemingly harmless habits of driving are the reason why cars quickly deteriorate and cost a lot of repair costs. Understanding and avoiding mistakes during operation will help you prolong the life of the vehicle, save maintenance costs and ensure safety when traveling on the road. Here are 10 popular but extremely harmful driving habits that many Vietnamese drivers are still accidentally taking on.
Converting to digital when the vehicle has not stopped completely
Converting the gear shift from the rear gear (R) to the front gear (D) or vice versa while the vehicle is still moving will put great pressure on the transmission system and gearbox. Over time, this can cause damage to the gearbox - a part that is very expensive to repair and replace.
Continuous brake failure when going downhill
Many drivers have the habit of pedaling brakes continuously throughout the downward trend. This habit causes the braking system to overheat, reducing performance and increasing the wear speed of the brake pads and brake discs. Instead, you should use the engine brake by using low position combined with the foot brake to keep the brake system safe and secure.
Increase throttle capacity when the engine is still cold
When the vehicle was just started, the oil had not yet been fully rotated and lubricated with the engine details. Increasing the accelerator at this time will cause rapid wear and tear on the engine parts, reduce the life of the engine and easily cause damage.
Carrying items that are too heavy or unnecessary
Exceeding the limit or carrying too many unnecessary items will put pressure on the braking system, reduce shock and tires, increase fuel consumption and cause wear and tear on the parts faster.
ignore warning lights on the watch
The warning lights on the dashboard are warning signs of vehicle performance such as engine failure, tire pressure, engine oil... ignoring these warnings can make small incidents a serious problem, costing a lot of repair costs.
Frequently driving when the fuel tank is close to the bottom
Gasoline not only provides fuel but also helps cool and lubricate the fuel pump. When the fuel tank is often depleted, the fuel pump must work in conditions that lack cooling, easily overheated and spoiled.
Accelerating through potholes, slowing down
If passing through the potholes, the edge accelerates at high speed, causing damage to the suspension system, wheels and chassis. Speeding up in bad weather will help protect these details from early damage.
neglecting periodic maintenance
Skipping or delaying the change of engine oil, wind filter, tire pressure test, brakes... will make the vehicle operate inefficiently and quickly deteriorate. Regular maintenance is mandatory to keep the vehicle stable and safe.
Continuously accelerating and braking
The style of expressing, accelerating and braking not only reduces the life of the engine and transmission but also causes the brake pads and tires to wear down faster. A smooth, stable driver will help prolong the life of the vehicle's parts.
Not checking tire pressure regularly
Tires with substandard pressure affect vehicle control and increase the risk of tire explosion. At the same time, inappropriate tire pressure also reduces fuel economy and harms the suspension system.
