How dangerous is heat for cars?

Often in summer, air temperature rises to abnormal values. It is widely believed that in the heat of the car can be more seriously affected than in the cold. In this regard, we will see whether it is worthwhile to do something to protect the car from exposure to sunlight and high temperature, or the summer mode is not so scary.

Краска

The first thing motorists are afraid of is spoiling the paint of the car. It is believed that it is most affected by heat. In fact, you have nothing to worry about, because before the machine goes on sale, it passes a series of tests. This procedure also checks the paintwork for aggressive sunlight and high temperatures. Tests also affect the influence of a humid climate on the state of paintwork.

The paint withstands the thermal test, does not crack or peel. And even if the car will stand in the sun for a long time, nothing critical will happen. Of course, if there is free space in the shade, then it is better to take this opportunity. Then the interior will not heat up so much.

Plastic in the cabin

In the manufacture of a car, manufacturers use plastic that can withstand exposure to sunlight and infrared. In most cars, the material does not burn out much. However, it rarely happens that prolonged exposure to heat leads to deformation of the upper part of the plastic panel.

To prevent this from happening, either park the car in the shade or install a reflective windshield shutter. This will protect the steering wheel and plastic panel elements from heating by the sun.

Attention to detail

If the car will stand in an open parking lot for a long time, you should not leave any things in it. When exposed to direct sunlight, the cabin can heat up to 50 degrees and above. When heated, the liquids expand - often this leads to rupture of the tank.

For example, a gas lighter can explode when heated to 50 degrees. No need to store carbonated drinks in the cabin. When the packaging is depressurized, the liquid will be sprayed severely, which can damage leather products or seat covers.

Water bottles (or empty glass bottles) should also not be left in the sun, as they act like a magnifying glass when exposed to direct sunlight. A refracted beam can cause a fire in the car.

Engine

Many say that in hot weather the engine often overheats. However, most often it is the fault of the motorist himself, who has not changed antifreeze for a long time and does not care for the cooling system and does not conduct timely maintenance. In general, even in the desert, the engine rarely overheats due to air temperature.