A Tap on the Hood Before Starting Can Prevent Serious Mechanical Damage and Animal Suffering in Winter

It’s a small effort that takes less than a second and costs nothing. Yet this simple action can make the difference between a safe drive to work and a traumatic morning with a repair bill running into thousands of euros. In winter, a parked car can turn into an irresistible trap for animals—with serious consequences.

When temperatures dip below zero, most drivers focus on scraping ice off their windows. However, there is a danger hidden from view, lurking in the warmest and driest place outdoors: the engine bay.

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