Warming up your car in cold weather can cause engine damage
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Warming up your gas car in winter can damage your engine’s pistons and cylinders. It can also decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and hurt the environment.
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Experts weigh in: Do you need to warm up your car in cold weather?
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Are there any benefits to warming up my car on a cold day?
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