How many months does a car have to be in stock to be called a stock car?
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Stock car storage time: There are no relevant national regulations specifying how many months a car must be in stock to be considered a stock car. However, the industry generally considers cars that have been in stock for more than three months or more than half a year after leaving the factory as stock cars. For imported cars, due to the considerable time spent on transportation, customs clearance, and other procedures, the time frame is more lenient, usually extending to more than half a year or a year before being called a stock car. Here is some related information: Stock car: A stock car is simply a term used in the automotive sales industry to refer to new cars that have been in stock for a long time without being sold. Potential issues with stock cars: After leaving the factory, various fluids, electronic components, batteries, rubber seals, and tires in a new car may deteriorate due to prolonged storage without periodic inspection and maintenance, leading to issues like moisture damage and aging. Only a very few dealerships carry out periodic inspection and maintenance measures, which are not costly but require manpower and time. Some 4S stores even have open-air parking lots, exposing new cars directly to harsh sunlight, wind, and rain. For cars stored for too long, without proper warehouse management, the aging of electronic components and rubber products is often undetectable without professional testing equipment. Many cars stored for extended periods also suffer from lack of oil or power.
