Can the car still be driven if the thermostat is broken?

[OEliza]

The car's thermostat is damaged, it is not recommended to continue driving. More information about the thermostat is as follows: 1. The thermostat automatically adjusts the amount of water entering the cooling fan based on the temperature of the coolant, changing the circulation range of the coolant (i.e., whether to enable the large or small circulation), thereby regulating the cooling system's heat dissipation capacity to meet the engine's operational needs. 2. The thermostat is a device that controls the large and small circulation of the coolant. If it is damaged and cannot open, it can easily cause the engine temperature to rise too high, increasing the risk of spontaneous combustion; if it is damaged and cannot close, the engine's water temperature will be lower than normal, the lubrication effect of the engine will deteriorate, and both fuel consumption and wear will increase.