{"id":35064,"date":"2025-12-09T17:53:21","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T17:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=35064"},"modified":"2025-12-09T17:53:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T17:53:21","slug":"the-car-starting-habit-experts-say-can-cause-long-term-damage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=35064","title":{"rendered":"The Car-Starting Habit Experts Say Can Cause Long-Term Damage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"451\">Many drivers start their cars and immediately begin driving, believing it saves time and has no negative effects. However, automotive experts warn that this habit quietly shortens the lifespan of an engine. What feels like efficiency actually forces the engine to work harder before it is properly prepared for operation.<\/p><div class=\"kwgmh69f5cefe33330\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.kwgmh69f5cefe33330 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.kwgmh69f5cefe33330 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.kwgmh69f5cefe33330 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.kwgmh69f5cefe33330 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.kwgmh69f5cefe33330 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<div>\n<div id=\"theads-video\" class=\"bplr bplr-targetvideoskin-main bplr-unsticky-inside-left bplr-long bplr-started bplr-playing bplr-small\">\n<div class=\"bplr-holder bplr-sticky\">\n<div class=\"bplr-overlay-previous-button bplr-button  bplr-disabled\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"Previous Video\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Previous Video\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bplr-overlay-next-button bplr-button  bplr-disabled\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"Next Video\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Next Video\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bplr-progress-control\">\n<div class=\"bplr-progress-holder\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"slider\" aria-label=\"Seek slider\" aria-valuenow=\"35\" aria-valuemin=\"0\" aria-valuemax=\"91\" aria-valuetext=\"35 Seconds of 1 Minutes 31 Seconds\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bplr-controls\">\n<div class=\"bplr-mute-control bplr-control bplr-button \" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"Toggle Mute Video (m)\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Toggle Mute Video (m)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bplr-volume-control bplr-volume-hidden\">\n<div class=\"bplr-volume-bar\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"slider\" aria-label=\"Volume slider\" aria-valuenow=\"1\" aria-valuemin=\"0\" aria-valuemax=\"100\" aria-valuetext=\"1% volume \">\n<div class=\"bplr-knob\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bplr-close bplr-panels bplr-button  bplr-close-banner\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"Close\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Close\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"815\">When a car sits overnight, its engine oil drains down to the lower parts of the system. Once the engine starts, the oil pump begins redistributing this lubricant throughout the engine. This process is not instantaneous. Mechanics note that the oil needs about 30 to 40 seconds to fully reach critical components such as pistons, bearings, and other moving parts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1134\">If a driver pulls away immediately, those components begin functioning without full lubrication. This lack of protection creates unnecessary friction, which over time results in gradual but irreversible damage. Workshops often identify worn bearings and scratched internal surfaces as symptoms of this rushed routine.<\/p>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1850529\" data-uid=\"02e50\">\n<div id=\"mgw1850529_02e50\">\n<div class=\"mgbox card-media\" data-template-type=\"container\">\n<div class=\"mgheader\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"aa817120-d527-11f0-a487-c4cbe1e8e652\" class=\"mgline teaser-25583615 type-w\" data-i=\"LaxKOR1jPDDtmnnfy7BBJVGQjDRni9BPl_Hf5ZMroYyG7xwgqZ_cMvoqmkS9HpolcH0YVTEHELz55gVqYIoq93i7FH6nTRTiUHYkTH7YlV58gTXv-3rynSyFrBCg6BnA\" data-observing-start=\"1765302714739\" data-observing-time=\"1122\" data-showed=\"1\">\n<div class=\"mgline-inner\">\n<div class=\"image-with-text\">\n<div class=\"mcimg mgimg-block\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mgline teaser-mgGpt_1850529_1_2 type-w mgline-gpt\" data-i=\"mgGpt_1850529_1_2\" data-backfill-append=\"true\" data-backfill-load=\"true\" data-observing-start=\"1765302714739\" data-observing-time=\"1122\" data-showed=\"1\" data-gpt-place-showed=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"aa81712a-d527-11f0-a487-c4cbe1e8e652\" class=\"mgline teaser-25176941 type-w\" data-i=\"LaxKOR1jPDDtmnnfy7BBJTe1m4h_OI9QtTrVfDstSwe3YBW_vHt1omMx2qoNRSMrcH0YVTEHELz55gVqYIoq962enRC30PqnYEZVKLvVirKax8Aynsn9ExjL7b20GFPZ\" data-observing-start=\"1765302714739\" data-observing-time=\"1122\" data-showed=\"1\">\n<div class=\"mgline-inner\">\n<div class=\"image-with-text\">\n<div class=\"mcimg mgimg-block\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mgbottom_media\">\n<div class=\"mgmedia__metrics-value\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1414\">The damage caused by insufficient lubrication can lead to expensive repairs. These may require replacing delicate engine parts or performing extensive labor to correct issues. Much of this could be prevented by adopting a slightly more patient approach during morning start-ups.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1703\">Experts recommend giving the engine a brief moment to stabilize before driving, especially in colder weather. Cold oil flows more slowly, increasing the need for a pause before placing stress on the engine. Allowing even half a minute reduces strain and helps the oil circulate properly.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1997\">Additionally, drivers should avoid heavy acceleration until the engine has warmed. This simple habit can significantly extend engine life, reduce repair costs, and improve the long-term reliability of the vehicle. 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