What Are the Effects of Not Driving a New Car?
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Leaving a new car unused for an extended period can cause certain damages, which are detailed as follows: 1. Premature failure and aging of various oil seals, leading to oil leaks: When a vehicle is parked in one place for a long time, the oil seals experience uneven pressure distribution around their contact points. Over time, this can cause permanent deformation of the oil seals, resulting in oil leaks, which may lead to various potential hazards in the vehicle. 2. Significant reduction in battery lifespan: The vehicle's battery charges while driving. If the car remains unused for half a month, the battery cannot recharge. However, it continues to consume power, as electronic devices like the anti-theft module remain operational even after the engine is turned off. 3. Tire deformation: When parked, the entire weight of the car is borne by the parts of the four tires in contact with the ground, causing localized compression and deformation. The longer the car remains parked, the harder it becomes for these deformed areas to recover, altering the weight distribution around the tires and leading to uneven rolling radii and imbalance. Once the car enters high-speed driving, this can cause body vibrations, accelerating tire wear and potentially creating safety hazards. 4. Fluid deterioration: Fluids such as engine oil inside the vehicle can oxidize severely if the car remains unused for a long time. Oxidized oil affects the lubrication efficiency of the engine, and acidic byproducts can corrode mechanical components. The longer the car is parked, the more severe the oxidation becomes. Additionally, the oil drains back into the oil pan, and when the car is restarted, friction between the cylinders and pistons increases, accelerating component wear and making startup resistance higher.
