Driving habits that reduce the 'lifespan' of your car

Run until out of gas:Running your car until it runs out of gas is a big no-no. Many drivers make this mistake when they drive until the fuel level is almost empty. Driving until the fuel tank is almost empty will stir up the dirt at the bottom of the tank and clog the fuel filter, affecting the fuel supply to the engine and affecting the engine's performance.

Use a pressure washer to wash the engine compartment:Using a high-pressure hose to clean the engine compartment is a mistake. Spraying high-pressure hose into the engine can loosen some parts and damage the engine. The high pressure from the hose can loosen or slip some parts in the engine compartment. Moreover, water can get into the spark plug hole and over time will cause the spark plug to rust.

Forgetting to change engine oil and perform regular maintenance:A car needs to have its oil changed and maintained regularly, this helps the engine work better as well as increase the life of the car. Forgetting to change the engine oil can cause damage to the machine, so you should change the oil and maintain it regularly. After a long time of working, the lubricating oil will be thin and contain a lot of dirt, losing its lubricating effect on the engine. Even if you forget to change the oil, the oil can dry out and cause engine damage. According to experts and manufacturers' recommendations, engine oil should be changed after 5000 to 8000km or after the previous oil change from 8 to 12 months.

Lack of concentration while driving:Many drivers have habits when driving such as: using the phone, paying attention to the surroundings on the road... this makes you startled and can cause you to swerve, causing the car to move off course, off lane, more dangerously, it can cause traffic accidents. So stop this habit immediately to have a safe journey for you and other vehicles participating in traffic.

Parking in direct sunlight:This will directly affect your car. The sunlight will affect the car and the space inside the car will be much hotter due to heat blockage. This will cause the car interior to fade and deteriorate very quickly, especially the leather and plastic parts. If you have difficulty finding a shady place to park your car, you should use a car cover to prevent heat.

Not using or being lazy to use the handbrake:When parking or stopping on steep roads, many drivers ignore the use of the handbrake. If you stop on a slope or on uneven terrain and forget to pull the handbrake, this will unintentionally put the entire weight of the vehicle on the gearbox and of course affect the life of this transmission part. Using the handbrake is very simple, you just need to press the small pedal near your left foot or pull the lever next to your right hand. Don't forget to release the handbrake when you start moving.

Do not return the steering wheel straight when parking and turn the steering wheel all the way:The habit of not returning the steering wheel straight is a habit that many drivers have. Returning the steering wheel straight helps the car to rest completely and prevents accidents when you start and move the car without returning the steering wheel to the straight position. When cornering or turning, you should not turn the steering wheel all the way and should release the steering wheel a little when you find that you have turned the steering wheel all the way. Because when turning the steering wheel all the way, it can cause a drop in oil pressure in the power steering pump and this can damage the power steering pump if prolonged.

Shifting from forward to reverse before the vehicle has come to a complete stop:It is not uncommon for drivers to have the habit of shifting from forward to reverse or vice versa when the car has not stopped completely while parking. This directly affects and reduces the life of the gearbox. Make sure the car has stopped completely before shifting gears. This will help you have the right driving skills and contribute to protecting your beloved car.

Continuously apply the brakes when driving downhill.: When the car moves downhill, if you want to reduce speed and ensure safety, drivers often brake continuously. Continuously braking when going downhill, especially on long slopes, will wear out the brake pads, the friction when braking will generate heat and can burn the brake disc or overheat causing the tire to explode, leading to unsafety. Therefore, when going downhill, use the rule of upshifting and downshifting or use semi-automatic mode (automatic transmission). If using the brake, you should brake and then release it to control the speed and protect the braking system. Photo lmeasure