When the Ahmedabad sun starts burning at 46°C, your gaadi goes through intense stress, bhai! From bubbling tires on the Ring Road to overheating engines in Gota traffic, summers are tough on cars. Let's look at the most common summer car problems and how you can prevent them.
1. Engine Overheating & Coolant Loss
Extreme heat combined with slow city traffic prevents the engine radiator from cooling down. If your coolant level is low or the radiator fan is faulty, the engine will quickly overheat. The temperature needle on your dashboard will climb to 'H' (Hot).
If this happens, pull over immediately. Driving an overheated engine can crack the head gasket, destroying the engine. Shailesh Prajapati advises checking coolant levels before the heat starts.
2. Battery Drainage and Failures
Many people think winter is bad for batteries, but summer heat is actually worse! High temperatures evaporate the liquid electrolyte inside battery cells, causing them to dry up and lose charge capacity.
If your battery is more than 3 years old, get it voltage-tested at our car workshop Gota. A weak battery will easily die on a hot afternoon when you run the AC at maximum.
3. Tire Blowouts on Hot Roads
As the road surface gets scorching hot, the air inside your tires expands, increasing tire pressure. If your tires have cracks, weak sidewalls, or are over-inflated, this pressure can lead to a sudden blowout at highway speeds.
Always check your tire pressure when the tires are cold. Look for any visible cracks in the rubber and replace worn-out tires to stay safe.
Pro Tip from Shailesh Bhai: Never park your car with a fully filled gas tank under direct sunlight. The fuel expands with heat and needs breathing space in the tank, so leave a little room!
At Lambodar Motors, we are committed to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Our multi-brand workshop located near Gota Cross Road combines skilled technicians, advanced diagnostic OBD tools, and 100% genuine OEM/OES spare parts to deliver top-tier service. Let Shailesh Prajapati and the team handle your auto repairs with absolute honesty and transparent local prices.