Over the last year, many of us have been doing almost everything from home, such as schooling and working. Now, you may be thinking that you won\u2019t have to keep up with your car maintenance much because you haven\u2019t been driving, but this is far from the case. In fact, staying parked for lengthy periods is bad for cars! But don\u2019t worry, we have a few tips to keep your wheels running (even when they aren\u2019t!).<\/p>\n
Rodents and other critters love to nestle into the tight, warm corners of cars, especially when they\u2019ve been parked for extended periods. In many cases, they\u2019ll bring in food, chew through wires, and make a mess without you noticing!<\/p>\n
While there are several different ways to deter these intruders, mothballs and peppermint oil seem to do the trick. However, avoiding using these in the cabin and air intake vents so you don\u2019t get overwhelmed by the smell when driving.<\/p>\n
Sure, the lack of movement means your tire tread is untouched, but your tires are still subject to some very serious damage. A parked car will develop flat spots over time. However, you can combat this issue by rolling your car back and forth often to keep the tires from sitting on the same spot. If you\u2019ll be taking to the road after a long period of not driving, make sure to do a full tire inspection before heading out.<\/p>\n
You may be thinking that an oil change can wait, especially if your car\u2019s mileage has stayed the same, but that\u2019s far from the truth! Changes in temperature and moisture levels can potentially damage the inner workings of your vehicle. Avoid this problem by changing your oil every six months, no matter how little you drive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Over the last year, many of us have been doing almost everything from home, such as schooling and working. Now, you may be thinking that you won\u2019t have to keep up with your car maintenance much because you haven\u2019t been driving, but this is far from the case. In fact, staying parked for lengthy periods … <\/p>\n