Should You Use Recirculated Air or Fresh Air When Running the AC?
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Whether to use recirculated air or fresh air when running the AC depends on actual conditions such as road conditions, vehicle condition, air quality, and season. Road conditions: On highways, use fresh air. Due to wind resistance and high speed, it's not suitable to open windows on highways. If recirculated air is used for a long time, it can lead to brain hypoxia, affecting reaction and judgment, which is very dangerous. Additionally, air quality on highways is generally good, with low exhaust concentration, so fresh air can be chosen. In cities, especially during crowded sections or rush hours, where exhaust concentration is high, recirculated air is recommended. Vehicle condition: New cars usually contain high concentrations of toxic gases like formaldehyde. Therefore, for the first three to six months after buying a new car, it's advisable to use fresh air along with opening windows to enhance air circulation and dilute the toxic gas concentration inside the car. Air quality: If the air quality is poor, it's better to use recirculated air. Season: In summer, when the AC is on, recirculated air is recommended because using fresh air allows hot outdoor air to enter, forcing the AC to work continuously in cooling mode with poor efficiency. In winter, if the heater is on, switch to fresh air to avoid dizziness and chest tightness.