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How Hot Can a Car Get?
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Summer is here – which means summer vacation, sunny weather, long days, and ice cream! However, all of these things also mean HOT, HOT, HOT weather.
Hot weather is not only uncomfortable, but it can also be dangerous – especially inside of a vehicle. Did you know that the inside of a car can get 30º hotter than the outside within 30 minutes?!
How Hot Can a Car Get?
Outside Temp (F) |
Inside Temp (F) |
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| 10min | 30min | ||||||
| 70º | 89º | 104º | |||||
| 75º | 94º | 109º | |||||
| 80º | 99º | 114º | |||||
| 85º | 104º | 119º | |||||
| 90º | 109º | 124º | |||||
| 95º | 114º | 120º | |||||
Data provided by VeterinaryClinic.com
Why does this happen? When sun rays enter a vehicle, it not only heats up the air inside of your vehicle, but it also heats up your seats, your steering wheel, and that piece of chocolate you are saving for later. 🙁 As these things are heated, they radiate additional heat that gets trapped inside of your vehicle, raising the inside temperature of the vehicle significantly.
Because of this, it is CRUCIAL that you do NOT leave any child or pet inside of a vehicle on a day that is 65ºF or hotter under ANY circumstance. While the outside temperature may be comfortable, the inside of your vehicle will quickly turn into an oven and a hazard to any passengers who may not be able to easily exit the vehicle.
What if I Keep My Windows Cracked Open?
While cracking the windows may release some of the air pressure inside of your vehicle, the hottest air inside your vehicle is rising towards the roof. Unless there is a strong breeze, there is nothing pushing or pulling that hot air outside. Thus, cracking open your windows will only make a small difference in temperature.
How Can I Cool Down My Vehicle in Hot Weather?
Here are some options for keeping your car cool during the summer, ranked from easiest to most advanced.
Option 1: Park in the Shade
| PROS Free. Keeps the entire car cool. |
CONS The sun moves, doesn’t work all day. Not always available – limits parking options. |
Option 2: Get a Sunscreen
| PROS Keeps sun from entering the windshield. Relatively inexpensive. |
CONS Doesn’t keep the entire car cool. Doesn’t actually cool down the vehicle, only prevents overheating. Not all sunscreens look great. |
Option 3: Install a Remote Starter
| PROS Works in HOT and COLD weather. Cools down the entire car within 5 minutes. You can remote start from extended range with Compustar. Works with most vehicles. |
CONS More expensive, depending on your car. Consumes a very small amount of fuel. |
If you are considering Option 3, Compustar Remote Starters are the #1 choice of installers in North America. Compustar Remote Starters are all backed by a Limited Lifetime System Warranty and can be controlled from your factory remote, a long-range aftermarket remote, or your smartphone with DroneMobile!
