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Cold Engine in the Morning - What I Need to Do to Avoid Damaging It

Published January 2, 2026, 14:24
Cold Engine in the Morning - What I Need to Do to Avoid Damaging It

The article discusses the necessity of warming up car engines during the colder months. The traditional practice of warming up, common among previous generations of drivers, is now considered unnecessary and harmful to the environment due to the advanced fuel injection and lubrication systems in modern vehicles. Experts agree that cars from the last decade do not require warm-up, as lubricants maintain a sufficient protective layer on the engine's moving parts, even after parking, and modern lubrication systems ensure faster circulation. Even for older vehicles, prolonged warm-up is not essential, as the engine heats the lubricant more quickly while driving. Fuel waste and environmental impact are significant reasons to avoid extended warm-up periods.