Drink water, try to stay cool, protect yourself from the sun. High temperatures are a factor that must be dealt with in the best possible way during the summer. Drivers are not spared from this and should be especially aware of this, since the harmful effects of heat behind the wheel cause a feeling similar to being drunk. But the risk does not end there, since one’s own can also be affected by the impact of heat in its own way. That is, in terms of its operation.
The Spanish Association of Collaborating Entities of the Administration in the Technical Inspection of Vehicles (AECA-ITV) warns drivers of the effects of heat on the vehicle. According to this entity, 17% of accidents that occur on the road may be due to high temperatures, both because of how they affect the user and because of the state of the car. For this reason, it will be essential to take into account a series of measures so that its operation is not affected.
High temperatures have a negative impact on the well-being of a vehicle. One of the main elements affected is usually the engine, this is because it will be easier for it to overheat. The advice to alleviate it that they offer from AECA-ITV consists of waiting for your temperature to drop. As well as check the coolant level. The turbocharger also tends to suffer from heat and needs to be cooled down.
Another part of the car that suffers from extreme heat are the tires, since they are more likely to blow out. The recommendation is to periodically review the pressure of these. Among the elements that are most at risk is the fact that the brakes get too hot, it will be essential to make sure that both the calipers, the pads and the discs are in good condition.
Making periodic stops during long journeys will be especially necessary to prevent the tires and other components of the vehicle from heating up excessively. It is also essential to check the filters and coolants of the different parts of the car. In this way, it will be possible to keep it in the best possible condition and that its operation is optimal.
However, the type of driving is also very important to prevent heat from affecting the car. For this reason, it is recommended to use the brakes as little as possible, for example, using short gears that allow slowing down gradually. You must also avoid by all means braking and sudden movements while driving. This will ensure that the car does not suffer so much due to high temperatures.
