Too many drivers make this mistake with their air conditioning, here’s how to set the ideal temperature.
It is not always easy to know what temperature to set the air conditioning to when traveling by car. In the summer, during very hot weather, the thermometer can easily reach 40 degrees in the passenger compartment, especially if your vehicle has been left in the sun for a long time. As soon as you enter the furnace, it is normal to want to turn on the air conditioning in order to quickly cool the air. However, for better efficiency, you should not do just anything. Especially since you probably did not plan on getting sick as soon as you arrive at your vacation spot.
Because this is one of the main risks of air conditioning in a car. Breathing fresh air for several hours can have consequences on your body. This is why it is important to know how to adjust your air conditioning. Many drivers tend to push it to full blast as soon as they start the engine. This is not a good idea because it makes consumption skyrocket, while simply opening the windows for a few minutes is enough to lower the temperature by a few degrees. Then, when the hot air has escaped through the windows, it is time to adjust the air conditioning to the right temperature.
The mistake you should absolutely avoid is setting it to 20 or 21 degrees as if you wanted to return to the comfort of your living room. Setting the air conditioning to a temperature that is too low compared to the outside temperature can cause thermal shock, which is very likely to result in a sore throat and a runny nose. This is why it is often recommended not to exceed 5 to 7 degrees of difference with the outside temperature. If it is 30 degrees on the day of your trip, the ideal temperature for your air conditioning will be between 23 and 25 degrees. If it is 35, it will be between 28 and 30. And even if this may seem high, it will save you and all the passengers a lot of trouble in the hours that follow.
Moreover, to avoid these sudden temperature changes that the body must “take”, it is better not to use the air conditioning system when you make short trips. Opening the window to renew the air is sometimes enough to find a pleasant interior. And in addition to avoiding a doctor’s appointment, you will save some fuel.