Should You Warm Up Your Car in Winter? Here’s What the Experts Say

November 11th, 2026 by

Should You Warm Up Your Car Before Driving? No, most modern cars do not need a long warm-up before you drive. The U.S. Department of Energy and EPA’s FuelEconomy.gov says most manufacturers recommend driving off gently after about 30 seconds. The engine warms up faster while driving, so the heater turns on sooner too. A…

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