19/10/2026
Durban heat can push your car harder than you expect, here are tips to take care of your car in a hot climate.
1) Monitor tyre pressure: Road heat causes air inside tyres to expand. Check pressure monthly when tyres are cold to avoid overinflation or potential blowouts.
2) Check wiper blades: Summer dust, pollen, and sudden storms wear down rubber blades quickly, so replace them if they streak or skip.
3) Park in the shade: Use covered parking, garages, or a windshield sunshade to keep interior temperatures down and prevent dashboard or steering wheel cracking.
4) Test the battery: High heat accelerates internal chemical reactions and fluid evaporation, which strains or overcharges older batteries.
Durban heat can affect your car in many ways. For this reason it is important to bring your car in for a service, if you feel it running differently than usual.
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