Can You Listen to Music with the Car Turned Off?

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EllaRose
07/30/25 5:53am
It is not advisable to listen to music with the car turned off, as it can drain the battery and shorten its lifespan over time. Even with a fully charged battery, listening to the radio or playing music after turning off the vehicle typically provides only about 3 hours of power. Things to note before turning off the car: 1. Turn off the air conditioning system. If the air conditioning is left on, it will automatically start when the vehicle is turned on, increasing the instantaneous power load unnecessarily and causing excessive wear on the battery over time. 2. Turn off the cigarette lighter when shutting down the car. If the cigarette lighter remains powered in the off state, it will not only drain the battery but also cause damage to it.
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