While it may seem like a good idea to leave the car in the driveway if there’s nowhere to go and to save money on gas, experts say that could be a recipe for a malfunctioning vehicle when the time comes to take it out again.
“You’ll have to kind of understand in what state your vehicle is, particularly the battery, because that’s the toughest part right now and that’s the thing that could go especially in older cars,” she told CTVNews.ca during a telephone interview from Ottawa on Wednesday.D’Arbelles explained that if left unused for too long, the vehicle’s battery could die.
John Wilson, the general manager and lead technician for the Toronto auto repair shop McDermott Motors Tirecraft, said that because people are only supposed to leave their homes to buy groceries or visit the pharmacy, they’re likely not driving their vehicles for long enough to recharge its battery.To avoid this, Wilson suggested that people go out and idle their vehicles in its parking spot for 15 minutes, at the very least.
“If you think about how heavy a vehicle is, it’s not light at all and if it’s sitting on concrete, you’ve got the full weight of the entire car and it's left in one stationary position. Your tires can become deflated, they can get flat, they can warp you can get bubbles and all that kind of stuff,” she said.
Another way to maintain a vehicle that’s being used less is to wash it regularly, Wilson said. He said that if the vehicle is dirty, especially if there’s still leftover salt from the winter on it, drivers should make sure to clean that off to avoid rust.
Where are they going to sit? Inside my house? I only got 2 chairs!!!
My car didn’t start today
where tf else we gonna put them?
You guys can't think of anything else to write about?
We can't afford driveways
It is. Get it out. Take it for a spin. You are more than 2 metres from anyone when in the driver’s seat. Exactly what thee government desires. Plus you will be using gas. Buy more support the O&G industry.
Those cars are not socially distanced
Those cars are definitely not practicing social distancing!!
What?
What Seriously?😶
Need a vacation?
Wow running out of stories to write I see. Tmrws news headline, 'Should your dog wear masks when out for a walk?'
So where are you to park your vehicle? Sounds stupid!
What the fuck else do you suggest.
Seriously ? Who asked this question ? It’s like asking .. is it ok to wear underwear in this pandemic
Driveway yes. Extended patios and lawns no.
Damn CTV u guyz r the reason I continue watching Global news
Yes. Someone could break in. There is still thieves
No put if under your fucking pillow 🙆
As long as its 6 feet away from you I think its okay
Gassed up and ready to bug out.
Someone’s car has caught the corona virus, now our insurance premiums are going up
ICBC is the only one kept quiet during this time... No relief on premium... I guess their CEOs still want the big fat cheque and bonuses...
How many comments & how many actually read the article? This is why we can’t get most people to stay at home & follow simple instructions; most can’t even read an article! 🤦🏻♀️ So to all who commented, can you comment again once you read it & do me a favour: start with, “My bad...”
Our 3 vehicles are now safely tucked away in our backyard shed. I am relieved.
'Go on, boy! You're free now!' *SNIFF* 'It's just cruel of me to keep you cooped up on this driveway for so long....now, go on! Git!' *SLAPS REAR QUARTER PANEL* 'Go on! Find a nice quarter mile where you can stretch your Goodyears!' 'No! Don't you give me those sad headlights.'
And still paying the insurance 😕
All the electronics will drain the battery eventually. Just use remote start and let run for 10 minutes once in a while
Pandemic is causing there to be no more crime. No one even wants to steel other peoples cars anymore.
Just drive around around once a week for fifteen minutes, and the car should be fine.
Ya, same here...I parked mine in our bathroom..🤣
Is it gonna miss it’s friends at the park?
You don't need to drive your car around but at least start the engine and let it idle for a bit you want the lubricants to move around this will protect your engine
Yeah, especially when the high priced insurance is specifically for driving more than 15km to work. 😠
I could never understand why people park in the driveway but drive on the parkway ?
Im an essential worker, my husband is working from home, I alternate cars every few days
THANK YOU ! Ive been telling people this for years... I stopped using my driveway back in 2015
🤦♂️
My car’s still in the dealership which is cool I think ! 😉
Yes, cars should be parked on the street to free the driveway up for fun activities like BBQ’s and neighborhood get togethers.
Only if Santa Claus birthed a UV radiated elf, and that elf wasn't able to grow a racist white beard, because luckily chestnuts get open fire.
Lock the doors. I don't believe cars can get the virus...but I mean I could be wrong. If it starts coughing and sputtering. Talk to your mechanic. A lot of car thieves are out of the jail system now, so act accordingly Install alarms and video..
Start your car like 2 3 times a week let run for like 10 min...let alternator recharge battery...motors and obviously batteries dont like being dormant
To think that you were once credible 😁
No, by all means, bring it inside with the dogs and cats.
I'm contacting my insurance company tomorrow and asking for my premiums to be reduced. Put some pressure on these companies!! Why shouldn't we be getting a break on our rates!
Experts recommend that it should sit on the couch with you.
What the fuck
That’s why auto insurance payments must be stopped in Ontario,
There was a guy in my area who says he has COVID-19 and feels sick that was caught on camera spitting & coughing on vehicles.
absolute drivel.
of course it is bad to leave your car sitting in one spot for months. if you don't know this, you should not be driving. when you're not feeding us LIES you're feeding us CRAP.
Seriously. Where should you put it. 🙄
Slooooow news day
Two auto insurance giants announced they are returning a total of $800 million in premiums to customers during the novel coronavirus pandemic, saying people are driving less and they are experiencing fewer claims. Give us back our money....
I parked mine in the living room just to be safe
yes.........go for a ride
It’s funny. This “story” was posted earlier. Too many negative reviews on the story so they delete and post again. Ha.
What a bunch of hogwash
Insane
It's either them or us. Tough choices
My battery died on my car, because i havent droven in a few weeks. I got a boost and went to my dealer to get a new battery, but theyre closed, because the manager died of COVID19 died 2 days ago...
Ran out of news stories?
As someone who leaves a 10+ year old vehicle sit for almost 6 months every year, this article is garbage. If the battery dies, give it a boost & drive it around to recharge when you are ready to start driving car again. No big deal.
I think we need to read the article first before we say something.... 🤭😶
As a mechanic, no it’s not bad at all. Are we really gonna take this angle like when you guys debate over the “it’s bad to idle your car” thing in the Winter as well? Haha. Slow news day but c’mon now.
Idk
Making people worried about something they never thought about
I guess I better drive it through the door
This is the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard!!!!!!
Could be. Just pray for no emergency.
Let my car sit outside in a snowbank for 3 months while overseas. Cleaned it off, started just fine.
Hahaha holy FUCK. I joined Twitter just to get up to date newsfeeds on this pandemic, but alas it’s about “experts” saying don’t cut your own hair and debates on parking outside. JFC. I’ll go back to my asshole Jerkstore replies to brighten my mood....
Take care of your stuff people.
Yes it is. Keep them safe too and bring 'em inside.
“News”
You know your hard up for a news story when.............
It’s really good to read an article before you comment! Good article. Wish I had read it before my quarantine. Went to drive my car yesterday and it was as dead as a doornail. New battery as it wouldn’t even take a charge. Sigh.
Absolutely not ! Ours was broken into windows smashed !
You'd think the news would be busy these days instilling fear in us all.
The CDC is reporting VIA CBC news to “Burn the car to the ground if not driven in 14 days”
How long do vehicles sit in the dealer's lots before someone purchases them... months! No need to get excited about sitting around.
Dumbest article. I would not trust that person to change my oil, let alone give advice on a vehicle.
Once again...the 'experts' that the public is supposed to follow their advice is giving nonsense directions...Idling for 15 min will do more damage than good. Especially for the engine. Get a battery tender if only concerned about the battery.
Run out and buy a new car rates are cheap and dealers are eager to negotiate. Good weekend for it. Fuck off are you that bored with daily activity you write things to work up people struggling with this pandemic.
Yes. Seems the thieves are in full force. Our suv got stolen last night.
If I owned a car on the thieves list I would take my battery right out
CTV is now reporting the most retarded news and needs to be shut down as soon as fvcking possible...
Ok, once a week? Give me a break. How bad is your battery that it won’t start after sitting for a week? Come on. We store cars for the winter and even the oldies we only try and start them monthly and then idled.
CTV CANADA'S BIGGEST EMBARRASSMENT.
What about all those cars on car lots
Lol the goofs commenting how this is a bad article.
Where do u idiots come up with dumb shit reporting r u people nuts f*ck off already.
Yes it is bad to leave in the driveway if kids in the neighborhood have a fetish licking the cars allover during a full moon.
Are you trying to give me a panic attack?
Taking national reporting to new levels. Really ground breaking news, right here.
yes take it inside with you
WHAT?
My or my, some dumbbass in some air restricted broom closet at CTV or personal car trunk came up with this asinine question or was it a group effort? Hey Gino, is it alright I leave the dead body in the Caddy trunk overnight in the driveway.
Not even worthy of the National Enquirer
“You ever notice they call the place to park your car a driveway?” - 22 Minutes, eventually maybe.
Definitely just take it for a short spin every day or two. Keeps the fluids moving, brakes from seizing and tires from squaring.
I feel sad for CTV. Are you sure you are mainstream media? What a fuck!
Pandemic vs leaving car in driveway. What is wrong with you?
Nothing else worth reporting on, this is such a make believe problem
Okay, well, the media desperation to hook every aspect of human life to the virus has now reached the level of mass insanity. PS - Is it safe to plant flowers next month or will they become infected? How about shrubs? 🤪
That’s a walkway Karen
Ok I'll park it at your house. 🙄
Two auto insurance giants announced they are returning a total of $800 million in premiums to customers during the novel coronavirus pandemic, saying people are driving less and they are experiencing fewer claims. Return our money....
well this is what you are supposed to be doing so?
Stop it.
Where else are you supposed to put it?
If parking is not allowed on the street then, I don't see an issue ... I feel that if it is an issue, then local governments should amend their individual bi-laws and allow for on street parking now, so that walkways can be accessible to emergency vehicles ...
what the fuck is this dumb shit? Buzzfeed ?
It is if you own a BMW
Yes if your don't driving it.. start it once a week and drive around the block
First world problems being taken to a whole new level I see 😂
Must be desperate for news now. Report something on the failure that is justin Trudeau.
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