The summer heat in Virginia Beach can be intense, and the temperature inside your parked car can reach dangerous levels in just minutes. As your trusted Virginia Beach Nissan dealer, Hall Nissan Virginia Beach wants to remind everybody that the extreme heat can cause more than just discomfort. Due to safety risks, these are five things that you should never leave in your car on a hot day.
People and Pets
Most critically, never leave a child, a vulnerable adult, or a pet in a hot parked car. The interior temperature can quickly become dangerous, leading to potential heat stroke. Even cracking a window will not help in this situation.
Electronic Devices
Your expensive electronics are vulnerable to heat damage. Never leave a smartphone, laptop, tablet, or GPS unit in a hot car, as this can lead to permanent damage to the screen, battery, and internal components. At best, the battery life will be damaged; at worst, the device will be ruined.
Pressurized Cans and Lighters
Items like aerosol cans (hairspray, sunscreen, and deodorant) and disposable lighters can cause an explosion if left in a hot car. This is because they contain pressurized, flammable contents, and heat can cause pressure to build to a dangerous level.
Medications and Sunscreen
Many prescription and over-the-counter medications can lose effectiveness when exposed to high temperatures. Similarly, the active ingredients in sunscreen can break down in the heat, rendering it ineffective.
Plastic Water Bottles
Some studies suggest that leaving plastic water bottles in the heat can cause harmful chemicals to move from the plastic to the water. The bottle can also act like a magnifying glass, concentrating the sun’s rays and starting a car fire. It’s always safer to bring your water bottles with you or to use an insulated metal container like the popular Stanley and Yeti bottles.
Schedule Summer A/C Service with the Experts at Hall Nissan Virginia Beach
Here at Hall Nissan Virginia Beach, our team of technicians is here to ensure that your car’s A/C is functioning correctly for hot summer days. To schedule an appointment or to receive more Nissan tips, visit our friendly dealership today!