What Are the Hazards of Not Maintaining a Car?
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Here is an introduction to the hazards of not maintaining a car: 1. The exterior can be directly observed. After exposure to wind and sun, harmful substances such as acidic components and dust in the air remain on the surface for a long time, causing the vehicle's surface to lose its luster, accelerate aging, and even lead to cracking. 2. If a vehicle is not maintained for an entire year, the engine becomes a major issue. However, the problem here is not the engine's own damage, but the deterioration of the engine oil affecting the engine's functionality. Engine oil can clean the engine and remove metal debris from it. But if the oil is not replaced in time, its effectiveness will be greatly reduced, leading to decreased engine power, increased fuel consumption, and more carbon deposits. Moreover, once engine oil is opened, it has the potential to oxidize and deteriorate. The longer it is used, the more moisture in the air reacts with sulfur oxides in the oil, forming corrosive sulfurous acid, which directly damages the vehicle's performance.
I've always thought of cars as being like the human body—they need regular maintenance to stay healthy. My old car once went two years without maintenance because I was too busy, and it nearly broke down on the highway. The brake fluid had deteriorated, reducing braking power and making the steering feel heavy; the engine oil had turned into a sticky sludge, causing fuel consumption to jump from 8 liters to 12 liters; and carbon buildup on the spark plugs made the engine struggle, with the car shaking during acceleration. The most painful part was spending thousands to replace parts—money that could have covered a decade of basic maintenance. Regular upkeep is like getting vaccinated: a small cost to prevent major issues, ensuring our cars stay with us longer and safer.
