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As the temperature soars outside, you need ways to negate the heat simmering in your parked car. Keep your vehicle from a summer meltdown with these tips.
A parked car’s temperature can soar rapidly, but there are ways to stop the temperature from reaching molten levels.
Shaded parking spots are highly coveted in the summer, but the search is worth it to keep your car’s interior cooler. Crack your windows enough to let air ventilate while parked, but not so much that people can reach in and grab your stuff.
Remember, a car parked under a shady tree may wind up with some extra “decorations” from birds.
Sun shades placed under the windshield can do wonders. Blankets or towels draped over the seats may keep them cooler since the sun won’t be beating down on the seats.
Experts suggest you wipe down the steering wheel and safety belt buckles with a wet washcloth when you get in. The water evaporates quickly and releases some of the heat. This avoids the steering wheel being too hot to touch or the buckles burning your hands.
Keeping your parked car cool is no easy task when it’s hot, but a few quick steps can help:
Temperatures rise rapidly in parked cars, so never leave pets or kids in them, even if the windows are cracked.
At Great Plains Auto Body, we’re committed to giving you an unmatched level of service. As a company that’s been family owned and operated for more than 25 years, we’re dedicated to treating our customers as we would treat members of our own family. We’ll keep you informed throughout the entire repair process and make sure you’re satisfied when the job is complete. From estimating and detailing to collision repair and paint services, our ASE-certified mechanics and technicians make sure the job is done right and on time.
We understand the current outbreak is worrying, and we want to take a moment to share the ways we can all help keep the workplace safe, as well as the steps we are taking as an organization.
Great Plains Auto Body has heightened cleaning and all front lobbies are removed all non-essential items. We are wiping down handles, chair handles, doorknobs, etc. to maintain the sanitary of our lobbies.
We are following the guidelines from the CDC in terms of sterilization and cleanliness on our lobbies at all our locations. If you have any questions about the extra measures we are taking at this time, please feel free to give us a call and we can speak with you about your concerns and work to a solution to best facilitate the repair process for all parties.
Thank you for your understanding and your support of our local business!
Wishing everybody safety and good health.