Where Do Flood-Damaged Cars Ultimately End Up?

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They may be handled by 4S shops themselves or re-enter the market. Below is more relevant information: 1. Impact of engine flooding: When the water level during wading is higher than the engine's air intake, water will directly enter the cylinders, forming a mixture of air and water. Air can be compressed, but water cannot. This means that when the crankshaft pushes the connecting rod to compress towards the piston, the water cannot be compressed, causing the connecting rod to deform and bend due to the water's resistance. If the owner attempts to start the vehicle again after the engine stalls due to water intake, the immense reverse force will cause the bent connecting rod to rub against the cylinder block, potentially rupturing the engine block instantly, resulting in astronomical repair costs. 2. Impact on vehicle interiors: When water floods the interior and submerges the doors, the inside of the car is likely to get wet. Rainwater is not clean and contains many impurities. The post-flood car interior becomes a highly humid greenhouse environment, which is an ideal breeding ground for mold. If the vehicle is not dried promptly, mold spots can quickly ruin the fabric and leather materials inside the car.