Air conditioner in the car

On hot days, the air conditioning system in the car is indispensable. Particularly in midsummer, the air conditioning system is often running at full blast and is supposed to cool down the vehicle as quickly as possible. But we all know the problem: it often takes far too long for the temperature in the car to drop and for driving comfort to increase. With the following tips and tricks, you can cool down the interior of your vehicle quickly and efficiently.

The most important steps at a glance:

  1. park the car in the shade and darken the windows
  2. Ventilate the vehicle before starting the journey
  3. Start the engine and leave the windows open
  4. Switch on air conditioner to lowest temperature and turn up blower
  5. After approx. close windows for 3 minutes
  6. leave circulating air on for about 5 minutes
  7. Never direct cooling air directly at the body
  8. Air conditioner max. Set the temperature 5 °C below the outside temperature
  9. Ca. switch off the air conditioning 3 minutes before the end of the journey
  10. Have the air conditioner checked regularly

Greenhouse effect in the car

Finding a parking space in the shade is often difficult in summer. Temperatures rise rapidly, especially when the vehicle is parked in the sun for a long period of time. The so-called greenhouse effect occurs in the car. With closed windows and an outside temperature of 30 °C, a parking time of 60 minutes results in a temperature of almost 60 °C inside the car. In order to reduce this extreme heat as much as possible, the windows should be well covered during a longer parking period and the car should be aired out before the next journey.

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The air conditioner provides comfortable temperatures in the car

The air conditioner ensures pleasant temperatures in the car.

With roaring hot outside temperatures it is usually of little help to roll down the windows while driving. Especially in stop-and-go traffic or in traffic jams can be so no cool airstream into the interior of the vehicle.

All the better if you air conditioning in car has. This regulates the temperature inside the car and lets you keep a cool head.

But what do you have to consider if you have retrofit air conditioner want? And does the process have a positive effect on the resale value of your car from? Why should you also regulate the automatic climate control turn on in winter? These and other questions are answered in the following guide answers.

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Air conditioner cleaning service stinks circulating air e1618225873464 Air conditioner in the car: an important companion through the summer!

Temperatures are rising and the car is uncomfortably hot. Now only the air conditioner helps. The first cool breeze can be felt on your hot skin as soon as it is switched on. But that is not all. In the car suddenly spreads a unpleasant odor off. And you may ask yourself where did that awful smell suddenly come from?? This is not only unpleasant for you, but also for the passengers. At the latest now it is time for a disinfection. In addition to the bodywork and the interior, you must also regularly maintain the air conditioning system. Here you can find out what you need to know about maintenance and cleaning need to know – also what the air conditioning service costs.

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Then you should urgently disinfect the air conditioning system and have the car serviced by an air conditioning service company. We explain to you how unpleasant odors occur and why it is so important to have the air conditioning system checked regularly.

To ensure that your air conditioning system performs to its full potential and does not pose a health risk, you should have it serviced and cleaned regularly. We explain to you exactly what you have to pay attention to and how you can also carry out the cleaning yourself.

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Child seat

Here we have compared current child seats, booster seats and infant carriers with each other. Child seats are not only required by law, they also provide a reliable support, reduce the stress associated with the journey for the toddler and ensure optimal protection during the ride. But which child seat is the right one for you?

The market offers an almost infinite variety of different models from a wide range of manufacturers. The age and weight of your child also plays an important role in the selection process. It’s not easy to find the right model from this almost infinite supply. For this reason, we have selected and compared the test-winning models from well-known manufacturers such as maxi cosi, cybex and britax romer. We hope to give you a good orientation with our child seat test and wish you always a good and safe ride!

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At car air conditioner disinfection& cleaning guide we show you step by step how to clean and disinfect the car air conditioning system. Although the whole thing is actually very simple, many people do it all wrong and it is, in short, useless. To prevent this from happening to you, we will show you the right way to proceed.

Car air conditioner disinfection

In the air conditioning system of the car settle with the time bacteria and germs. When you switch on, they fly towards you and you breathe them in. This can lead to health problems. Moreover, the smell is anything but pleasant, especially for passengers. The cleaning the car air conditioner should therefore be carried out once a year. Especially after the summer, where all the pollen etc. Collecting, cleaning makes sense.

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Small car test: Seven inexpensive cars compared

small car test: seven inexpensive cars compared

The world of automotive new cars under 10.000 euro is pleasantly colorful. We make the comparison

small car test: seven affordable cars in comparison

Impressions are deceptive – the dacia (center) towers over its colorful competitors by up to 60 cm

Dacia sandero 1.2 16V

With a base price of 6.990 euros, the dacia sandero is by far the most affordable offer on the market

Dacia sandero 1.2 16V

No other car in the test field has more comfortable suspension than the dacia .

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With a small fully automatic coffee maker, you can prepare delicious coffee specialties at the touch of a button. Since they are kept as small and compact as possible, they are well suited for single households and tight office kitchens. Especially if you like coffee variations such as cappuccino or latte macchiato, the perfect milk foam of an automatic coffee machine with milk system will convince you. It makes up for its rather high purchase price by being a pleasure to drive, just like in your favorite cafe.

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It has strained the nerves of many a neighbor and ruined many a shoe. now the bobby car is 50 years old – and is no longer just loved by children.

small car, big cult - 50 years of bobby-car

small car, big cult - 50 years of bobby-car

small car, big cult - 50 years of bobby-car

small car, big cult - 50 years of bobby-car

From irena guttel

It’s red, clearly audible from afar and extremely robust: the bobby car is familiar to just about every child. The little slide cars are also cult among adults, because many of them have already rolled through the neighborhood on them themselves. 50 years ago, the bobby car was presented for the first time at the nuremberg toy fair. since then it has conquered garages, children’s rooms and many a race track.

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Battery problems continue to be the cause of nearly 42. 1 for car breakdowns. as the ADAC found, the greatest increase in defects is between the fifth and sixth year of life of the power storage unit, which corresponds to the average life of a 12-volt on-board battery. To ensure that the starter battery lasts as long as possible or even beyond, kfztech has developed.De compiled a few tips on how to treat and care for the battery.

A common sight at the roadside. A breakdown service provides starting assistance. – picture: ADAC

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