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13 things you should do to keep your car in good running condition while coronavirus lockdowns park it indefinitely, according to experts

Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. It indicates a way to close an interaction, or dismiss a notification.Letting a car sit while under coronavirus lockdown — or any other time — can potentially cause hefty repair bills, but you can keep your vehicle in good condition by following a few key steps.

One of the best ways to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus is, of course, to stay at home and practice proper social distancing. But the longer your car sits, the more risk there is of causing permanent damage or an unwelcome repair bill. Fortunately, drivers can take a few simple steps to ensure their car stays in good running condition over the next weeks and months of coronavirus quarantine.

But there's no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of how often to take your vehicle for a spin. Kosilla said it instead depends heavily on the age of your car, the condition of your battery, your local climate, and whether you're parked indoors or outdoors. As for how often to drive your vehicle, Kosilla said once a week "is amazing, but once every two weeks is totally fine."

 

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