not using the car for two months

Asked by GuruNDTQY Oct 09, 2019 at 01:07 PM about the Kia Optima Hybrid

Question type: General

how often should I have the car started if I go on vacation for two months.  will
the hybrid batteries charge with just letting it run or does it have to be driven.  
If it needs to be driven, how far.

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F_O_R answered 4 years ago

It would be best if someone drove the car a few miles each week. If this is a plug in hybrid maybe you can leave it plugged in but read your manual before you do so.

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