A block heater does save some wear and tear on the engine and starter. It’s also nice to have cabin heat right away. I usually don’t use mine unless it’s expected to be really cold overnight (below about 15F). Some folks do have a heavy duty timer installed in their garage to turn the heater on a couple of hours before they need the car.
Craig58
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