Does Sleeping in the Car with Air Conditioning On in Summer Consume More Fuel?
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Sleeping in the car with the air conditioning on consumes more fuel. Impact on the vehicle: Idling for a long time with the air conditioning on can affect the vehicle's cooling system. When the vehicle is in the ignition state, the engine is running, generating heat. While driving, the movement of the vehicle creates airflow, which helps dissipate some of the engine's heat. However, when idling, there is no airflow to assist, so the engine's heat can only be dissipated through the vehicle's cooling system. Carbon buildup: Prolonged idling can also lead to carbon buildup in the engine. Even without the air conditioning on, extended idling can cause carbon deposits to form inside the engine.