What Causes a Burnt Smell in a Car?

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Here are the specific reasons for a burnt smell in a car: 1. Brake pad friction and clutch disc slippage: Brake pad friction and clutch disc slippage can produce a burnt odor. When the handbrake is not fully released, the brake pads will continuously rub during driving, generating a burnt smell. Similarly, when the clutch is not fully engaged, the car remains in a semi-clutch state. Accelerating in this condition causes rapid friction between the clutch disc and the flywheel, resulting in a burnt smell. 2. Aging electrical circuits or fuel lines: If there is a particularly strong burnt smell from the front of the car, it may be due to aging electrical circuits or fuel lines in the engine compartment. Aging circuits and fuel lines in the engine compartment can easily lead to electrical faults and, in severe cases, may even cause the car to catch fire.