What is the Most Fuel-Efficient Temperature for Car Air Conditioning?

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LeMarcus
07/29/25 12:03pm
Setting the car air conditioning to 25°C is more fuel-efficient. The first action upon entering the car should be to open the windows and activate the air conditioning's external circulation to expel hot air. Once the interior temperature has dropped, switch to internal circulation. This not only improves cooling efficiency but also reduces the load on the air conditioning system, thereby achieving the goal of lowering fuel consumption. Below are some maintenance tips for car air conditioning: 1. Avoid randomly adjusting the air vent direction: When using the air conditioning, failing to adjust the vent direction properly can hinder its effectiveness. Based on the principle that cold air sinks and hot air rises, the correct approach is to direct the vents upward when cooling and downward when heating. 2. Regularly start the air conditioning in winter: In regions with milder winters, some car owners may not use the air conditioning at all during the season. Prolonged disuse can lead to rubber seal aging and drying of lubricants on internal components. Starting the air conditioning periodically ensures that all parts receive lubrication, maintaining optimal condition. Therefore, it is advisable to start the air conditioning at least once a week during winter. 3. Limit continuous usage: Continuously running the air conditioning as soon as you enter the car can increase condenser pressure, causing wear and tear on the cooling system. To avoid this, avoid prolonged use. Once the interior reaches a comfortable temperature, turn off the air conditioning and restart it after a while. 4. Ventilate before using internal circulation in summer: During hot summers, many car owners habitually switch to internal circulation immediately upon entering the car, thinking it will cool the interior faster. However, since the interior temperature is higher than outside, this approach is ineffective. Instead, open the windows first to ventilate and use external circulation to expel hot air. After the interior temperature drops, switch to internal circulation.
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