Is It Harmful to Leave the Car Running for a Day?
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The impact on the car is minimal, but it will waste some fuel. Here are the relevant details: 1. Suggestion: It is recommended to develop the habit of turning off the engine immediately after parking—shift to P gear and instinctively press the ignition button. Forgetting to turn off the engine will keep the car idling and continuously consuming fuel, resulting in higher fuel consumption than at the optimal speed. 2. Other Hazards: Leaving the engine running overnight will prolong the idling time, reduce the oil pump speed, and lower the oil pressure, making it difficult to effectively lubricate components such as bearing bushes. This can exacerbate the wear of pistons, connecting rods, and the engine.