It's better for your engine.
Most modern vehicle engines require less time to warm up than they used to. Now anywhere from 5-10 minutes is plenty of time most mornings. However it can still be beneficial and occasionally necessary to allow a little more time for warm up before driving. That extra time and heat allow your heater to defrost your windshield more thoroughly. Not waiting long enough can make it difficult to see, and driving with poor visibility is certainly more dangerous.
Another benefit can be increased engine life. Many of the metal components in your engine will expand as they warm up, this changes the tolerances and ability to lubricate things like the engine crankshaft bearings, camshaft bearings, and piston to cylinder clearance just to name a few.
Similar benefits can be seen for your transmission as well. While we don't recommend excessive engine idling, we have seen that just a couple of extra minutes and driving a bit more gently until your vehicle is warm can lead to longer engine life and less breakdowns in the long run.
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Happy Adventures,
Heather
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