How to Store Your Car During Lockdown
How
to Store Your Car During Lockdown
Unless
you’re an essential worker during this difficult time, your car is probably
going to be sitting in the garage (or in your yard) for quite some time. We’re
here to answer any questions you have regarding how to store your car during
South Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown.
Where
should I park my car?
The best
place to leave your car for a significant amount of time is in a garage.
Parking it undercover is fine as well but your car would be more exposed to
the elements. If you can’t do either of those things, try and park your car
where it gets a bit of shade during the heat of the day. Avoid parking near
trees or shrubs that drop leaves or sap.
Will my
battery die if I don’t run my car?
Your
battery, if it wasn’t too old when you parked your car, won’t die in just a few
weeks. If you are worried about this, you can connect a battery tender to
maintain an equal state of charge. If not, jump-starting your car only takes a
few minutes and you’ll be good to go again.
Will the
fuel go bad?
No! A few
weeks isn’t long enough for the fuel to go bad. Again, if you are worried about it
and you know that your car will be standing still for months on end, you can
add a fuel stabilizer and change your oil.
What
else should I do to take care of my car during a lockdown?
If you live
in a more rural area or your car is parked outside, you can regularly check for
wild animals nesting in or around your car. Squirrels, cats and mice love the
nooks and crannies of cars and are prone to making their homes there when
you’re not driving. You can also wash your car once a week to keep it clean and
to give yourself something to do to avoid lockdown fever!
Other than
that, the best thing you can do is to be patient and try to have some peace of
mind. Your car will be perfectly fine, even if it isn’t used for a few weeks.
We encourage you to stay home and be safe, and we’ll see you on the roads again
in no time!
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