Summers are here, and we are drinking gallons of water night and day! As the mercury is rising, and the scorching sun is shining upon us, it’s essential we take the needed precautions to stay safe in the heat.
However, just like how us humans need to refuel and cool down, our cars also need care. Unlike us, they are out under the sun and are exposed to its excruciating rays. If you can keep your ride in a more relaxed place, somewhere under the shade, then that is great.
If you do not have that option, you will have to find a way to work around it like buying car covers, making your car shed where your ride is parked.
Nonetheless, here are five ways how the sun and the excessive heat can damage your car:
1. Battery
Drivers need to know that a car’s battery is made with acid as well as water. Because of the harsh weather, the water is evaporated faster than usual, leaving the battery with just the acid. Over time, without any water, the acid destroys the plates, causing damage.
When the weather cools down, the battery will become incapable of holding a charge, stopping it from allowing your car to turn on.
2. Tires
Hot weather can leave a print on your tires as well. When a car is driven around, the tires are creating friction ver scorching surfaces, putting extra pressure on them.
The hot weather can deteriorate the condition of the tire as the rubber expands in the summer, eventually causing it to lose its shape. Moreover, this causes the tires to wear-out or become profoundly damage faster as compared to spring and winter.
3. Fluids
As mentioned above, we humans need water to keep hydrated. Because cars are non-living, they are unable to communicate to us when they need more fluid in their engine. Just like how the water from the battery evaporates, the other liquids, including the coolant, also come to an end.
If you do not keep the fluids maintained, the engine will not perform up to the mark, and can eventually break down completely, giving you a costly bill. Hence, it is an essential oil, and coolant levels are continuously checked.
4. Air Conditioning System
Whether you are an experienced driver or a new one, in both cases, it is very crucial to understand the importance of your car’s cooling system. A car engine produces a lot of heat when it is running and must be cooled continuously to avoid engine damage. Plus, with the hot weather already raising the temperatures sky-high, you must be careful not to over-work it and cause a breakdown.
5. Paint Job
The heat takes a massive toll on your car’s paint job as well as the intense heat hits hard. The long exposure eventually leads to cracks, damages pieces of vinyl, and even damages the interior leather seating and electronic items within the car.
Keep your car safe and sound this summer!
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