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Why can rodents cause breakdowns?

By Bardahl • The 9/23/2021 • 5 min reading

Why can rodents cause breakdowns?
Starting problem? Engine warning light caused by a severed hose? You may be a victim of rodents! The cost of repairs can run into several hundreds, even thousands of euros. But why are rodents attracted to the cables under the hood of vehicles and, above all, what is the solution to get rid of them?

Whether in the city or in the countryside, unless you lock it in a garage that is difficult to access, your vehicle is not safe from rodent nuisances. Rats, squirrels, mice, martens and others are attracted to your engine for various reasons:

  • They like to crawl in there to enjoy the heat given off by the engine shortly after the vehicle has reached its destination;
  • They like to sharpen their teeth on the metals and coppers of certain cables;
  • They nibble on rubber, plastic, electrical conduits, hoses and other upholstery, most of which are made from recycled or recyclable materials such as corn or fish oil. Car manufacturers are increasingly using these biomaterials to reduce their environmental footprint.

In any case, by gnawing on cables and other hoses necessary for the proper functioning of your vehicle, rodents can cause a breakdown. The cost of repairs can be several hundred or even thousands of euros, often not covered by the manufacturer's warranty or insurance. So, what are the solutions?

The solutions

The solutions

To get rid of them, there are several effective solutions.

A first tip is to keep your interior clean to avoid any tempting crumbs; also avoid storing food around your car.

But to drastically keep rodents away, you should consider a repellent, either electronic such as an ultrasonic box or chemical.

Thanks to its natural olfactory repellents, Bardahl Anti Rodents is safe for rodents and pets. It does not whiten rubber and remains active for up to a week. The 400ml aerosol allows up to 3 months of treatment. With Bardahl Anti Rodents, rats, squirrels, mice, martens and others will no longer come and nibble on the cables essential to the proper functioning of your vehicle.

Anti rodents

  • Prevents nibbling by rodents attracted by the heat of the engine and the food provided by rubber and plastic parts (upholstery, cables, hoses, sheaths, etc.).
  • Instantly repels all species of rodents (rats, squirrels, mice, martens, etc.).
  • Concentrated formula with high repellency quality.
  • Does not whiten rubber.
  • Safe for rodents.
  • Duration of action: > one week.

 

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