What are the consequences for the car long-term coronavirus “udalenka”

The authorities warn of an increase in the number of people infected with coronavirus, and employers are forced to send people to “remote work”. Under these conditions, car owners want to save on car maintenance. Portal "AutoVzglyad" tells why it can be expensive.

The desire to park the car for a long time and not suffer with the replacement of consumables and tire fitting is quite understandable. Remote work does not mean frequent trips and pushing in traffic jams. However, a car can come in handy during quarantine, and at the most inopportune moment. And a lot will depend on its readiness and serviceability.

Often, children or older relatives get domestic injuries. For example, an accidental severe cut with a knife. It is urgent to take the child to the emergency room. In this case, it is important that the car is in good working order and that it has tires for the season. Autumn, although it turned out to be warm, but it will not always be so. Colds, especially at night, can come suddenly and on summer tires you can easily get into an accident or fly into a ditch.

It is unlikely that we are threatened with a complete “lockdown” and the closure of large supermarkets. Shops will continue to work and you will still have to travel for groceries. This is where a private car comes in handy. Moreover, it is the best remedy for coronavirus. And public transport is a hotbed of infection.

Consider the fact that a long parking of the car without movement can adversely affect its condition. Take, for example, motor oil. Although the engine is not running, the process of oxidation of the lubricant and its aging is ongoing. Therefore, even if the car is standing, it would be good to change the oil. The same applies to gasoline. Over time, it oxidizes, and the additive package that affects fuel efficiency breaks down. For example, the most short-lived additives are those to increase the octane number, which “disappear” after a month of fuel storage.

Oxidation processes adversely affect the fuel system. If the tank is iron, then it may begin to rust from the inside. This process is absolutely not visible until a hole appears in the gas tank. If the tank is plastic, there will be less problems. But then fuel lines can start to rust. So there is only one advice: the car should drive, and you should not save on it. But the coronavirus will pass sooner or later. Hopefully early...