You're not the only one, I've thought that too. Most of my driving is 40-45mph, so I hadn't let the idea bother me too much. That, and a 10 year warranty.
I was concerned the high RPMs would be annoying to my ears on a long trip, but we drove from Ohio to NC and back, didn't bother me once. Factory sound deadening is good enough for me.
Thanks again to all you awesome, knowledgeable people for your insight. Gotta love this forum.
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 44.1 mpg (US) ... 18.7 km/L ... 5.3 L/100 km ... 52.9 mpg (Imp)
Engines are made to go, and that's that. Keep it out of the redline.
Haha so does mine. No big deal.
I think you're good, as long as you don't live there. Think boat engines. I don't think they last too long compared to car engines even though they're often identical pieces of machinery.
Custom Mirage products: Cruise control kit, Glove box light, MAF sensor housing, Rear sway bar, Upper grill block
Current project: DIY Nitrous oxide setup for ~$100
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 47.2 mpg (US) ... 20.1 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.7 mpg (Imp)
I used to run a Honda motorcycle, 250cc, on the highway at wide open throttle most of the time. That bike was used when I got it, and as far as I know is still running 30 years later. The chainsaw I used to use red-lined at 14,000 rpms. I don't know much about engines, but I count on those who do to design them for their intended uses, so I expect (and hope) we will be fine.
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE 1.2 manual: 45.0 mpg (US) ... 19.1 km/L ... 5.2 L/100 km ... 54.1 mpg (Imp)