My dh said that was because the cold effects the metallic parts and produces moisture. That is not a good thing.

heh, I thought the same thing when I read this - I'd never leave my baby in the car, and when it goes for a ride it has to have the seatbelt on! :)

When I do go on retreats, my machine is always the last thing to go into my car, and then the first thing to get out. I put mine behind the front seat and wedge it in by moving the front seat back as far as it can go.

also don't leave them in too much heat! computers don't like heat either.

I leave a Janome Jem in the trunk of my car. It's in a hard molded case and the case is put in a large box lined with thick styrofoam (came from an overnight shipment of frozen meat) It has been in my trunk for several years and it's what I use on my sew days and classes at least once a week sometimes more. So far so good. It isn't a dream machine but sews great for what I use it for. I keep a tote of quilting notions, table top ironing board and big cutting mat in the trunk too and still have plenty of room for groceries and other stuff. I have a Cadallac and bought it just for the trunk space. Have you seen the trunk space in one of these? Amazing. And it's pure comfort driving too.

I have friends that leave theirs in the car in the garage for bees and classes.
I'll let them know.

Thanks ladies/gents. I now do not feel so bad about buying my Bernina a special suitcase. She came with a hard case but she also travels in the black padded and goes in a seat belt. I am so glad others understand. Teresa

Yes, this is very true. You should keep all your electronics in a place with no large temp fluctuation. Also, you need to be concerned with humidity. I keep a dehumidifier going year-round in my basement sewing studio.

Thanks for the information, though I don't usually leave anything computerized in my auto, now I never will.

I never knew this. Thanks for the info.