Should You Leave the Car Windows Slightly Open When Parking in Summer?
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It is not advisable. There are multiple ways to dissipate heat, and leaving the windows slightly open is unsafe. Specific details are as follows: 1. Cooling methods: Although leaving the windows slightly open in summer can help with heat dissipation inside the car, there are more effective ways to reduce the interior temperature, such as placing sunshades on the front and rear windshields or using a car cover. In fact, opening all the windows before getting in the car, setting the air conditioning to cooling mode, and turning on the external circulation can quickly lower the temperature, making it unnecessary to leave the windows slightly open. 2. Additional information: The police also remind citizens to always close the windows tightly and lock the doors when parking on the roadside. Moreover, as temperatures gradually rise, apart from intentionally leaving windows slightly open for heat dissipation, some car owners forget to roll up the windows after parking, which also poses certain safety risks.
As a parent who frequently takes kids out, I insist on not cracking the windows when parking in summer to prevent accidents. While slightly opening windows may lower the temperature by a few degrees in extreme heat, the risks far outweigh the benefits: 1) Rainwater may seep in and damage interior during wet weather; 2) Thieves can easily pry open the gap to steal items; 3) If pets or forgotten children are left inside, the opening may attract unnecessary trouble. For safety, I use sunshades to cover windows, which effectively reflect heat without exposing the car's interior. Additionally, parking under trees or in multi-level garages can significantly reduce cabin temperature to acceptable levels, eliminating potential safety hazards from open windows.
