Will Milk Spoil If Left in a Hot Car?

[VonJameson]

Milk left in a hot car can potentially spoil within half a day, and in hotter weather, it may spoil in as little as 2 hours. The temperature in a car's trunk is generally even higher than the outside temperature, which is akin to simmering milk without letting it boil, making it highly prone to spoilage. Below are the hazards of high car temperatures: 1. Hazard One: The higher the temperature, the hotter the engine compartment becomes, increasing the likelihood of vapor lock, especially when the car is fully loaded climbing a slope or driving at low speed for extended periods. 2. Hazard Two: Another issue is abnormal ignition. When driving in high-temperature environments, the ignition coil can overheat, weakening the high-voltage spark, which may lead to engine misfire at high speeds. In severe cases, this can burn out the ignition coil, affecting the vehicle's normal operation.