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Sitting in a frosty vehicle is hard on me. So I’m warming it up and the environment and vehicle are just going to have to suck it up.


2 posted on 12/24/2022 4:23:01 PM PST by BipolarBob (The party never stops until someone calls the cops.)
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To: BipolarBob

Same here.

I would think with warmed up oil and coolant going, less stress on the engine.


7 posted on 12/24/2022 4:26:38 PM PST by wally_bert (I cannot be sure for certain, but in my personal opinion I am certain that I am not sure.)
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To: BipolarBob

Your opposition to the new wisdom is noted, comrade!


14 posted on 12/24/2022 4:31:28 PM PST by 17th Miss Regt
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To: BipolarBob

The FBI would like to have a word with you.


25 posted on 12/24/2022 4:36:35 PM PST by Obadiah (Died suddenly: Obediently following the science to the grave.)
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To: BipolarBob
Ironically, at the bottom of the story, it recommends the opposite for EVs:


"For drivers with electric vehicles, Napa shares helpful tips on its company blog.
Napa says the most effective way to preserve your battery range on cold days is to allow the EV to run for a few minutes before pulling out of the driveway to give the cabin time to warm up. "




82 posted on 12/24/2022 5:30:05 PM PST by Bikkuri (I am proud to be a PureBlood.)
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