If you’re storing or not driving your vehicle for several weeks, PennyGem’s Justin Kircher has some maintenance tips to avoid repair bills.
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00:00While you might think not driving your vehicle for a few weeks will save you money, well,
00:08you will save on gas, but leaving your ride to sit for too long could result in some maintenance
00:12costs.
00:13Cars.com recommends driving your car at least every two to three weeks.
00:16This will avoid flat-spotted tires from sitting too long in one place, or a dead battery.
00:21You may have heard some people say they'll idle a stored or spare car, but the site argues
00:25that doesn't help other components and suggests getting at least 10 miles in a few times a
00:29month.
00:30If you need to store your vehicle or stop driving for longer, the Allstate blog suggests
00:34filling it up before storage so the gas tank doesn't get a buildup of moisture.
00:38Because temperature changes can affect air pressure in the tires, Business Today suggests
00:42topping those off to the recommended levels, too.
00:45The site also recommends removing the battery and storing it in a cool, dry place away from
00:49sunlight.
00:50And to prevent rusting in the car, it suggests putting a dab of grease on the battery terminals
00:54and ends of the wires.
00:56One tip Cars.com has for when you're ready to crank it back up is to check belts and
01:00other visible wiring in case rodents were making a snack out of them.