Does Cold Start in Winter Consume More Fuel?

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Cold starting a car in winter does consume more fuel. When starting the car in winter, there may be difficulties in ignition. Frequent starting attempts by the owner will increase fuel consumption and also damage the car battery, potentially shortening its lifespan. Here is more information about cold starting in winter: 1. Warm up the car before driving in winter. Starting the car without warming up can cause significant damage to the engine. This is because the normal operating temperature of the engine is around 90°C, while winter temperatures are much lower, creating a large temperature difference. Direct cold starting and driving can severely affect engine performance. 2. At night in winter, temperatures drop further, making the engine oil more viscous and less fluid. If you start the car directly without warming up, the oil film on the cylinder walls may not have formed, and the oil may not have reached all the components that need lubrication, leading to increased wear and reduced lifespan of these parts.