Tips to Cool Your car When the A/C is Broken

How to Keep a car Cool With no A/C

We are in the middle of another scorching hot North Carolina summer. We’ve all been enjoying our favorite outdoor hobbies and spending as much time outdoors as possible, which has been great. However, this time of year can become very frustrating for people without air conditioning in their vehicle. Whether your A/C is broken or your car doesn’t come equipped with it, the warm weather can be a major burden. Therefore, we have decided to dedicate this article to talking about how to keep a car cool with no A/C, continue reading to learn more.

Turning off car A/CRoll Down the Windows

In the old days, rolling down the windows in your car and cruising down the highway was the only way to stay cool during your commute. That method is as effective today as it was back then. So if you are able, crank down the windows and get a fresh breeze rolling through your car. It’s also a great way to save money, because running an air conditioner decreases your fuel economy ratings.

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Covering Your Windows

Another easy way to keep the heat out of your vehicle is to cover up the windows while you are not in your car. They sell specially made sun blocking covers for your windshield and windows. However, you can use any cover that you can find laying around if you do not have access to a specially made one. These covers will help keep the sun out of your car, making your vehicle cool and pleasant to get into.

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Recharge Your Air Conditioning System

If your vehicle has an air conditioning system that simply is not working, an easy fix is to recharge it. You can buy it in a can at any autoparts store and it’s very simple to do. Just make sure you follow the instructions very closely. Also, if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call here at Gil’s Auto Sales, we would be more than happy to help you out.

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All of us here at Gil’s Auto Sales would like to wish you the best of luck staying cool during your daily commutes this summer!