What is the difference between car radiator coolant and antifreeze?
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The differences between car radiator coolant and antifreeze are as follows: 1. Antifreeze has a freezing point and provides antifreeze protection, preventing the radiator from freezing in winter. Common antifreeze ratings include -16℃, -25℃, -35℃, and -45℃ (used in extremely cold regions). 2. Radiator coolant has a freezing point of only 0℃, making it suitable only for southern regions or provinces where it does not snow in winter. A freezing point of 0℃ means that if the local temperature drops below 0℃, radiator coolant cannot be used. Precautions are as follows: 1. If you are a car owner in the south using radiator coolant and plan to drive to northern regions, you should switch to antifreeze before traveling. 2. If antifreeze is not replaced in time, the radiator may freeze. For vehicles frequently traveling across regions, using antifreeze is recommended.