Why Do Vehicles Get So Hot in the Summer? An Important Reminder This Season
July is often considered one of the hottest months of the year, and here in Texas, that’s no different. With temperatures reaching scorching highs — near 100 degrees F — being outside for too long can have dangerous consequences. Unfortunately, so can being in a vehicle without the air conditioning. In 2021, Consumer Reports released an article detailing the science behind the dangers of a hot vehicle, and what we learned is that the issue goes beyond the mere fact that it’s just too hot.
in just one hour. At 78 degrees F outside, a light-colored vehicle hit 104 in that same time span, while a darker vehicle reached 109. For reference, Consumer Reports indicates that the body goes into heatstroke when it reaches 104 degrees. So, why does a vehicle heat up so quickly? It actually has a lot to do with the materials. While the color of a vehicle can be a factor — the lighter color the vehicle, the less heat it absorbs — features like the upholstery and dashboard soak up heat and radiate it into the air, trapping the hot air inside the vehicle. Unfortunately, cracking your windows won’t help, either. It may allow some heat to escape, Consumer Reports wrote in 2021, but it’s not enough to capture and release the added heat your vehicle created.
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automakers have created rear-seat reminders for drivers. However, if your vehicle isn’t equipped with these, try leaving a necessary item near them, like your shoes or a purse. You could also set a reminder on your phone to notify you once you get to your destination. It’s also important that you lock your vehicle and keep the keys away from children. About 38% of hot car deaths involved children who climbed into their vehicle on their own, according to Consumer Reports. You may believe you are immune to forgetting about your pet or child, but we urge you not to take this matter lightly — all it takes is one mistake.
Consumer Reports’ testing found that a vehicle left outside in temperatures as low as 61 degrees F in June reached a boiling 105
In response to tragic deaths of children and pets trapped in hot vehicles, some
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Wood chips
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1/4 cup chili powder 1/4 cup garlic powder 1/4 cup onion powder
1/4 cup paprika
1/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup ground cumin 1/4 cup cayenne pepper 1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup pepper 10 lbs brisket
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1. In a bowl, soak wood chips in water overnight. 2. In a large bowl, mix paprika, white sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. 3. Rub spice mixture on the brisket and refrigerate for 24 hours. 4. Preheat smoker to 230 F. Drain wood chips and place them in the smoker. 5. Smoke brisket until it has an internal temperature of 165 F. 6. Remove brisket and wrap it in aluminum foil. 7. Smoke brisket further until it reaches an internal temperature of 185 F. Inspired by AllRecipes.com
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