3 reasons why drivers prefer an open window to air conditioning
- May 10, 2022
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The thermometers rushed to summer values - on the road more and more motorists are driving around with their windows down. And curiously, among them are not only
The thermometers rushed to summer values - on the road more and more motorists are driving around with their windows down. And curiously, among them are not only “happy” owners of car “firewood”, but also comrades in quite modern and expensive cars, where there is always, if not an advanced “climate”, then at least air conditioning. But why do they refuse it in favor of open windows? Portal “AutoVzglyad” found three possible reasons.
What a strange creature, man! It seems that progress does not stand still: every year more and more technical solutions appear that significantly increase comfort, and many still prefer, as they say, to act the old-fashioned way. Take the same car air conditioner as an example. It was invented almost a hundred years ago and drivers still drive with their windows open and claim it’s much better.
And it would be good, these were isolated cases, so no. Next time you’re stuck in traffic, pay attention to how many cars have their windows down. Perhaps those drivers know something that everyone else doesn’t, and does the natural way of cooling the interior have a number of advantages over the artificial one, which is carried out by means of climate control systems? Let’s find out.
I DON’T WANT TO BE SICK
Ask any driver who prefers open windows over air-conditioning why he’s ignoring the amenities available, and a friend is sure to bring up the topic of health. Like, because of the climatic settings, you can easily catch a cold: get covered with herpes sores, get a sore throat or even “fall” with a high temperature for a few days. Yes, and small children, if they travel in a car, do not want to take such a risk again.
Well, it’s hard to argue with this fairly solid argument, although there is one important nuance. If you set the climate control correctly, the risk of colds is minimized. Recall that the optimum value for the interior of the car in the summer is 22 ° C, plus or minus 2 degrees. The current should be directed everywhere, but not in the face. As for power, it is better to stop at the first or second level.
UNMANAGED STATE
The second reason follows from the first: many drivers who lower their windows simply cannot handle their climate control. It’s no secret that air conditioners in old or budget cars are extremely inflexible: Tired or third-rate fans fulfill their obligations, but often not as we would like. For example, they are hardly cold or too much.
But here, unfortunately, one thing can be advised – to replace freon. And if it does not help, then – the car.
OUTDOORS
Often from the mouth of lovers of open windows you can hear about fresh air – supposedly it is much more pleasant and less harmful than “air conditioning”. A very controversial statement. If the driver has not replaced the cabin filter for decades – the one that has long been a breeding ground for bacteria – then it is better not to touch the installation. Otherwise, dust, exhaust fumes and other “problems” from the street will cause more damage to health.
AIR CONDITIONER OR OPEN WINDOW
Summing up, it should be remembered that all problems are in our heads. And the same arguments motorists make in favor of rolled-up windows aren’t actually all that convincing. In this story, as in any other story, the most important thing is to approach the issue wisely. Namely – to use the installation correctly, not neglecting simple rules, not forgetting timely maintenance: the same freon and cabin filter.
… By the way, since we have already touched on the topic, we will simultaneously dispel another myth related to car air conditioners – that they consume too much fuel and negatively affect the dynamics of the car. Numerous experiments have shown that fuel savings through open windows are barely perceptible. And air conditioning systems can only slow down “horses” under the hood on very old or “dead” vehicles.
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What a strange creature, man! It seems that progress does not stand still: every year more and more technical solutions appear that significantly increase comfort, and many still prefer, as they say, to act the old-fashioned way. Take the same car air conditioner as an example. It was invented almost a hundred years ago and drivers still drive with their windows open and claim it’s much better.
And it would be good, these were isolated cases, so no. Next time you’re stuck in traffic, pay attention to how many cars have their windows down. Perhaps those drivers know something that everyone else doesn’t, and does the natural way of cooling the interior have a number of advantages over the artificial one, which is carried out by means of climate control systems? Let’s find out.
I DON’T WANT TO BE SICK
Ask any driver who prefers open windows over air-conditioning why he’s ignoring the amenities available, and a friend is sure to bring up the topic of health. Like, because of the climatic settings, you can easily catch a cold: get covered with herpes sores, get a sore throat or even “fall” with a high temperature for a few days. Yes, and small children, if they travel in a car, do not want to take such a risk again.
Well, it’s hard to argue with this fairly solid argument, although there is one important nuance. If you set the climate control correctly, the risk of colds is minimized. Recall that the optimum value for the interior of the car in the summer is 22 ° C, plus or minus 2 degrees. The current should be directed everywhere, but not in the face. As for power, it is better to stop at the first or second level.
UNMANAGED STATE
The second reason follows from the first: many drivers who lower their windows simply cannot handle their climate control. It’s no secret that air conditioners in old or budget cars are extremely inflexible: Tired or third-rate fans fulfill their obligations, but often not as we would like. For example, they are hardly cold or too much.
But here, unfortunately, one thing can be advised – to replace freon. And if it does not help, then – the car.
OUTDOORS
Often from the mouth of lovers of open windows you can hear about fresh air – supposedly it is much more pleasant and less harmful than “air conditioning”. A very controversial statement. If the driver has not replaced the cabin filter for decades – the one that has long been a breeding ground for bacteria – then it is better not to touch the installation. Otherwise, dust, exhaust fumes and other “problems” from the street will cause more damage to health.
AIR CONDITIONER OR OPEN WINDOW
Summing up, it should be remembered that all problems are in our heads. And the same arguments motorists make in favor of rolled-up windows aren’t actually all that convincing. In this story, as in any other story, the most important thing is to approach the issue wisely. Namely – to use the installation correctly, not neglecting simple rules, not forgetting timely maintenance: the same freon and cabin filter.
… By the way, since we have already touched on the topic, we will simultaneously dispel another myth related to car air conditioners – that they consume too much fuel and negatively affect the dynamics of the car. Numerous experiments have shown that fuel savings through open windows are barely perceptible. And air conditioning systems can only slow down “horses” under the hood on very old or “dead” vehicles.
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I’m Sandra Torres, a passionate journalist and content creator. My specialty lies in covering the latest gadgets, trends and tech news for Div Bracket. With over 5 years of experience as a professional writer, I have built up an impressive portfolio of published works that showcase my expertise in this field.
