WHEN Covid-19 forced companies to send their employees home to work virtually, remote work had a big moment. A lot has changed over the past couple of years with many post-pandemic commutes consisting of a shuffle from the bed to the desk. As a result, the lockdowns have limited the use of vehicles.

Although vehicle traffic volumes are more or less back to normal with the reopening of economic activities, quite a number of people still find themselves looking out the window at their now seldom-used car. While not having to drive can save time and fuel money, letting the vehicle sit far too long can cause maintenance issues. Among them: dead batteries, clogged-up fuel lines, rusted brakes, dried-out and leaking seals, and even insect infestation. Any of these issues can make your car a lot less safe to operate.