An air conditioned car can be a lifesaver in record breaking temperatures, but drivers have been warned tyres can burst in the heat.
Blistering heat can cause the air pressure in tyres to increase even if the car isn't moving. And with just a few extra bars of air pressure in your tyres, there could be serious damage.In extreme cases, there is the potential for your tyres to pop, says Graham Conway, Managing Director at Select Car Leasing.
However, drivers can take steps to prevent this heat-related damage, Wales Online reported.Graham advised: "When your vehicle's tyres are exposed to hot temperatures they are susceptible to wear and tear, over-inflation and even popping.
There are several factors involved in this."Firstly, your tyres are made of rubber, which while designed to have a high resistance to heat build-up, has a breaking point.
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