the dangers facing the car in summer

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The coastal areas of the Spanish coast are the favorite destinations to spend the holidays during those months. High temperatures, long-distance journeys, more travelers and overweight due to luggage, in addition to maintenance that is not always adequate, can cause our car to suffer more than necessary in summer.

However, there are elements such as sun, sand, humidity or salt that can negatively affect the car once we have reached our destination. If instead of the beach our destination is the mountains, the car can also be affected by elements such as tree resin, fallen leaves and branches or soil.

Norauto experts offer us useful advice to ensure that the car is affected as little as possible.

  • Avoid parking near the beach, especially for a long time. The car fills with sand and, in addition, the saltpeter affects the car’s paint, the windows and even the headlights. The saltpeter that is found in the sea and, therefore, in the breeze, favors the corrosion of materials and affects both the exterior and interior of the vehicle, and can even damage the metallic elements and the engine.

  • Try to protect your interior as much as possible with covers on the seats. The passengers and the driver himself are wet and sandy. In addition, it must be taken into account that the heat and sweat that is generated is typical of the summer months. For the return from the beach, insist on the previous cleaning of the passengers before getting on

  • Monitor the temperature inside the passenger compartment so that the different materials are not damaged by excessive heat. This can be achieved, for example, with the use of a sun visor or sun shades.

  • Try to park the vehicle preferably in a closed place such as a garage. If this cannot be the case, it must be done as far from the beach to reduce the impact of the sea breeze. One option is to cover the vehicle with an outdoor cover.

  • Check the vehicle regularly. Keep in mind that excessive heat in the tires, added to a very hot asphalt, can cause premature wear. If the vehicle is going to be parked for a long time, it is recommended to start it and run it periodically. The heat especially affects car batteries, which are elements that are very sensitive to sudden changes in temperature, especially when it is very hot. If they exceed 20º, faster aging can occur.

  • High humidity can also harm the vehicle’s electrical system. Problems can arise with the alternator, the starter motor… Hence the importance of carrying out periodic maintenance and inspection of the car. The same happens with the brake belt or hoses, which deteriorate faster with moisture.

  • Do not forget about the liquids: coolant, oil, windshield wipers… You have to check that they are at the right level.

  • Once the summer is over, thoroughly clean the vehicle, both inside and out. All sand must be removed, as it can affect the interior materials and comfort. First of all, you have to start with the interior: it is advisable to use pressurized air and a powerful vacuum cleaner for the interior of the vehicle. Then use pressurized air and water to clean the bodywork. Remember to clean the bottom and the wheels. Do not rub until all sand has been removed.

With the arrival of summer and holidays, the risks of theft increase, since many vehicles move in unusual areas, their drivers are unaware of the safety of parking areas, and we also tend to relax and be more careless.

That is why we will have to follow a series of tips such as those provided by Hello Auto with which we can make it more difficult for the ‘friends of others’.

First of all, a simple anti-theft technique can be the recording of the license plate or chassis number on the windows of the vehicle, which deters thieves who intend to change the license plates.

If you go to major events and park your vehicle in a car park, you should always try to leave it as close as possible to the security guard’s booth or within the viewing angle of a security camera. The parking ticket should not be left inside the vehicle, because this would make it easier for the thief to leave the car park without raising suspicions.

It is convenient to drive with the windows up and the doors locked, especially in urban areas, or when we are at a red light. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition keys, lock the steering and make sure to lock the car.

In crowded places, always lock the car with the key and do not use the remote control so that potential thieves will not be able to copy the code from the remote with which they could open the car.

Finally, it is recommended not to leave the vehicle parked for too many days in the same place.

During the summer the car is subjected to great stress: long trips, high temperatures, environmental conditions, intensive use, so the ideal is to tune up the vehicle after the summer holidays.

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