In addition to staying hydrated and parking in the shade, technology can help in this situation
The summer of 2022 is registering very high temperatures, and we face the third week of the heat wave with resignation. Whether you are driving in the city or if you have chosen to travel by road these days, there are
some precautions that drivers should follow to prevent possible problems such as dizziness or even heat stroke.
According to
DGTIn extreme heat, it is advisable to take additional precautions as heat raises the temperature inside the passenger compartment and can impair the driver’s ability, cause fatigue and lead to aggressiveness, tension and nervousness.
Thus, it is recommended before starting to drive, lower the car windows to ventilate the passenger compartment and equalize the interior and exterior temperatures. It is also advisable to avoid the hottest hours, scheduling outings and avoiding the hottest hours. If at any time we detect
fatigue symptoms or drowsiness, stop immediately to rest or sleep.
During summer trips, the heat accelerates the onset of fatigue behind the wheel. Eating and drinking correctly are two ways to combat the effects of high temperatures. Therefore, it is recommended to drink frequently, without waiting to be thirsty. The best, water or fruit juices. It is convenient to eat a light diet, rich in proteins and vitamins, avoiding fatty foods. And very important, do not consume absolutely
no alcohol if driving: slows reflexes, creates a sense of euphoria and false security, even at the lowest levels.
In addition, technology can help us. For example, there are applications like
EasyParkwhich show drivers the streets where it is easiest to park thanks to its Find functionality, thus preventing you from wandering around the city looking for parking in the sun.
The most frequent faults
High temperatures favor the deterioration of certain mechanical parts of our vehicle. Therefore, it is very important to check the car before the trip.
temperatures of a car parked in the sun /
These are some of the most common breakdowns in vehicles when the heat hits.
Battery without charge. We can find that the car does not start when we want to leave the house or, at worst, get stuck in the middle of the trip. Check the battery charge before you leave to avoid surprises.
Air-conditioning. Abusing the air conditioning can deteriorate the ducts, leaks are the most common in this type of breakdown. For this reason, it is advisable to review them before the summer. The thermostat is another piece prone to breakage.
tires. In summer, the asphalt burns and the wear of the wheels is greater. It is convenient
check how worn the tires are and keep in mind that during the trip they will spend more than in winter.
Refrigeration. If engine cooling fails it can ruin the entire engine block. Therefore, it is essential to check that this system is in the best conditions. keep in mind that with heat, the temperature of the oil is usually somewhat higher. The electric fan, responsible for cooling the engine if the car is stopped, is another part that breaks down the most in summer.
Alternator. This part recharges the battery with the movement of the car, with the excessive use of the air conditioning, the engine cooling system and other electrical parts, the alternator works more than usual in summer. Check that the piece and its strap are not damaged, to avoid breakdowns caused by overexertion.
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Eddie is an Australian news reporter with over 9 years in the industry and has published on Forbes and tech crunch.