- Why do martens bite cables?
- Means against martens in the engine compartment
- High-voltage devices against martens
Martens cause a lot of damage in the engine compartment: the damage ranges from eroded insulation and bitten through cables to engine damage as a result of marten activity. Find out below how to keep high-voltage martens away from your car.
High-voltage devices give the marten an electric shock when it enters the engine compartment
Why do martens bite cables?
Martens seek out engine compartments because it is warm and dry here - an ideal place to sleep. Sometimes they take some insulation with them to pad other sleeping quarters or their nest. It is not clear why martens nibble on cables. One theory is that they use their teeth to explore their surroundings and taste everything while doing so. Another theory is that they become aggressive when they scent another marten that has slept in the same engine compartment. They then bite furiously and cause great damage. This happens especially during the mating season.
Means against martens in the engine compartment
In online and specialist shops you will find a variety of products for the car that are supposed to drive away martens. Below:
- fragrance sprays
- fox urine
- ultrasonic devices
- Devices that emit flashing light
- Devices that miss electric shocks
- Wire mesh mats that are placed under the car
Some work in some cases, others not so much. However, the high voltage devices have proven to be a good option in most cases,
High-voltage devices against martens
The high-voltage devices are permanently installed in the engine compartment and give the marten an electric shock if it steps on the line. It works like a pasture fence that is electrified, preventing horses and cows from escaping. When the engine is switched on and the bonnet is open, high-quality devices switch off automatically. In addition, the devices consume negligibly little power, so that it is almost impossible to discharge the battery.
Numerous buyers confirm the good effect of high-quality devices and speak of very positive experiences. Some cheap products also get positive customer reviews.
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In summary, it can be stated that high-voltage devices are probably the best way to keep a marten away from the car.