Do turbocharged cars need to warm up?

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JeremiahRose
07/30/25 6:48am
Turbocharged cars do need to warm up. After ignition, the upper part of the engine is in a state without engine oil and lacks lubrication. It takes about 30 to 40 seconds for the oil to be delivered to components that require lubrication such as pistons, connecting rods, and crankshafts. Prolonged idling to warm up the engine not only provides no benefits for turbo maintenance but also increases exhaust emissions. The warm-up process only requires approximately 2 minutes. When the RPM reaches 1000, avoid rapid acceleration or aggressive maneuvers. Instead, adopt a gentle driving style, warming up while moving. Normal driving can commence only after the coolant temperature reaches the normal operating range. Idling to warm up the engine causes a slow temperature rise, and the main wear on the engine comes from cold starts. This method fails to effectively protect the engine, and incomplete combustion can also lead to increased carbon deposits.
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