One thing we’ve noticed about the automotive world is that people tend to get into habits, and then pass on those habits as fact. A good example of this is the thought that an oil change needs to be done every 3,000 miles, even though many newer vehicles can go longer in between changes. Another of these habits pops up a lot when the temperature drops, and it’s the question of should you warm your car up in the morning during Winter.
Stop Warming up your car before you drive in Winter
Has the idea that you need to let your engine warm up before you drive your vehicle in the winter been passed onto you? Well, as it turns out, this is actually one habit that you’re going to want to break. All you’re doing is burning fuel when you let your car idle for several minutes before driving it, and even possibly shortening the life of your engine.
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How to warm up your car engine in the Winter
So how do you get your engine hot enough that it runs better in the winter? Well, the best way to do this is to actually drive it. Letting your car idle to warm up isn’t going to do the trick, but driving your car sooner rather than waiting is actually the method you should be taking. Of course, you’re still going to want to go a bit easy on the gas pedal until your engine gets to temperature, otherwise you’ll just be burning excess fuel by trying to push it.
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Have other questions about the best way to take care of your vehicle? You can learn more in our tips and tricks blog category. Is there something off with your vehicle that you want to get looked at? Feel free to schedule an appointment at our service center, or call us to discuss what is going on with your car.
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