Drivers warned as common winter habit could cause cars 'engine damage'

Drivers are being warned over engine idling as many wrongly believe that the wasteful practice can help in preserving their motors.

As well as offering no benefits, leaving your engine on to heat up your vehicle can actually damage the car's spark plugs, cylinders and exhaust, according to experts. More than four in 10 admitted to engine idling at least three times per week while over million motorists idle every single day during winter months.

The IET has also stated that restarting the car does not increase fuel consumption after it has been off for a short period of time.

Well this is shite. My car spends less time in the garage getting repaired since warming the engine up. You’re re-hashing an article from two years ago as well.

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