CAR MAINTENANCE <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGenerally, it is emphasized on taking a vehicle for regular maintenance, as per the schedule defined in the owner\u2019s manual. Whether you are buying a new or a used car in the UAE<\/a>, motorists should follow a car maintenance checklist<\/a> on a regular basis to keep up the car\u2019s performance and help protect your car in rising temperatures from fire accidents. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFollowing a proper maintenance schedule can help cleaning the buildup on car components. The buildup increases friction that further leads to rise in internal temperature. In such a situation, external heat can further elevate the risk of fire accidents in car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it is recommended that you take your car to company-owned service centers or a workshop with qualified professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
AVOID KEEPING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN YOUR CAR <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn some cases explosions of flammable liquid or material in car causes fire accident. Therefore, don\u2019t leave behind deodorant, air freshener and other items that may get hot due to high temperature and explode in the vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
AVOID SMOKING IN CAR <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"dont](\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/07101919\/Tips-to-Prevent-Cars-from-Catching-Fire-in-Summers-Body-01-20220606-1024x640.jpg\")
Don’t leave lighter in car as it may explode due to high temperature and direct sunlight <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIt is advised not to smoke in the car as smoking is injurious to your health and car<\/a>. Also, don’t eave behind a lighter on the leather seat. Lighter is flammable and may explode when exposed to extreme sunlight. There is a chance of ashes burning the upholstery of the car and eventually causing a fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPARK YOUR CAR IN SHADE <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"protect](\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/07100932\/Tips-to-Prevent-Cars-from-Catching-Fire-in-Summers-Body-02-20220606-1024x640.jpg\")
Always park your car under shade to avoid direct exposure to sunlight in summers <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nPark your car in the shade, and avoid parking the car outdoors where it is directly exposed to sunlight, especially in the afternoon during summers. There is a high possibility of cars catching fire in rising temperatures when exposed to sunlight\/heat for a long time. Better park your vehicle under a car parking shade or tree. If you are living in villas in Dubai, you may opt to install a car parking shade to protect your car in rising temperatures from fire accidents. There are many options when it comes to buying car parking shades in Dubai<\/a> as well as in other Emirates of the UAE. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCHECK ENGINE OIL AND BRAKE FLUIDS FOR LEAK <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"to](\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/07101122\/Tips-to-Prevent-Cars-from-Catching-Fire-in-Summers-Body-03-20220606-1024x640.jpg\")
Make sure that the engine oil and brake fluids are not leaking from your car<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nKeep a check on engine oil, coolant and brake fluids<\/a> on a daily basis to ensure that there is no leakage. Also, ensure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly. There is a risk of cars catching fire due to leakage of any of the fluids mentioned. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMoreover, low level of engine oil or brake fluids can cause friction between the parts and yield heat under the hood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
STAY ALERT <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt is advised to stay alert when you smell any kind of burning smell in your car<\/a>. Especially, if the smell is pungent then it could be due to initial fire burns. Early fume detection can help in car protection in rising temperatures of any major fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\nBesides, there are a few other things that you need to take care of to protect your car from catching fire in hot weather: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Only use original lubricants and fuels that are compatible with your car\u2019s engine and electrical system. <\/li>
- During summers make sure you connect electrical devices in your car properly, else improper connection can cause a fire accident. <\/li>
- Don\u2019t forget to switch off the engine at fuel stations when refuelling. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
CAUSES OF CARS CATCHING FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"keep](\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/07102212\/Tips-to-Prevent-Cars-from-Catching-Fire-in-Summers-Body-04-20220606-1024x640.jpg\")
Make sure that the water in radiator is up to the standard level, as low level may cause car to catch fire in summers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere are many factors involved that cause car to catch fire. A few of them are detailed here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Rupture in the exhaust pipe<\/li>
- Low level of water in the radiator <\/li>
- Faulty electric wires <\/li>
- Tampering the electric wires and installing low-quality accessories, for instance, radios, headlights, speakers and etc. that too from a non-qualified technician may cause a short circuit in car <\/a>and lead to a fire accident. <\/li>
- Adding essential additives in car in incorrect proportions <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
SAFETY MEASURES TO TAKE IN CASE THE CAR CATCHES FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"safety](\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/07101446\/Tips-to-Prevent-Cars-from-Catching-Fire-in-Summers-Body-05-20220606-1024x640.jpg\")
Keep a fire extinguisher in your car to deal with fire accidents on the spot <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn case your car catches fire while driving, here\u2019s what you can do: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- First of all, don\u2019t panic. <\/li>
- Switch on the hazard light to alert motorists behind your car and stop your car at the place where no one is around. <\/li>
- Turn off the engine and ensure everyone from the car comes out safely. <\/li>
- Call the civil defence authority in your location or the police for assistance. <\/li>
- Identify the origin of the fire. If it’s in the hood, use the fire extinguisher and spray it from the hood’s gap. <\/li>
- To protect yourself from inhaling toxic fumes or getting burned, ensure that it is sprayed in a windward direction. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Besides, make sure to follow tips for roadside emergencies in the UAE<\/a>. Moreover, always keep roadside emergency numbers saved in your cell phone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following a proper maintenance schedule can help cleaning the buildup on car components. The buildup increases friction that further leads to rise in internal temperature. In such a situation, external heat can further elevate the risk of fire accidents in car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it is recommended that you take your car to company-owned service centers or a workshop with qualified professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
AVOID KEEPING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN YOUR CAR <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn some cases explosions of flammable liquid or material in car causes fire accident. Therefore, don\u2019t leave behind deodorant, air freshener and other items that may get hot due to high temperature and explode in the vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
AVOID SMOKING IN CAR <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nDon’t leave lighter in car as it may explode due to high temperature and direct sunlight <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIt is advised not to smoke in the car as smoking is injurious to your health and car<\/a>. Also, don’t eave behind a lighter on the leather seat. Lighter is flammable and may explode when exposed to extreme sunlight. There is a chance of ashes burning the upholstery of the car and eventually causing a fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPARK YOUR CAR IN SHADE <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAlways park your car under shade to avoid direct exposure to sunlight in summers <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nPark your car in the shade, and avoid parking the car outdoors where it is directly exposed to sunlight, especially in the afternoon during summers. There is a high possibility of cars catching fire in rising temperatures when exposed to sunlight\/heat for a long time. Better park your vehicle under a car parking shade or tree. If you are living in villas in Dubai, you may opt to install a car parking shade to protect your car in rising temperatures from fire accidents. There are many options when it comes to buying car parking shades in Dubai<\/a> as well as in other Emirates of the UAE. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCHECK ENGINE OIL AND BRAKE FLUIDS FOR LEAK <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nMake sure that the engine oil and brake fluids are not leaking from your car<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nKeep a check on engine oil, coolant and brake fluids<\/a> on a daily basis to ensure that there is no leakage. Also, ensure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly. There is a risk of cars catching fire due to leakage of any of the fluids mentioned. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMoreover, low level of engine oil or brake fluids can cause friction between the parts and yield heat under the hood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
STAY ALERT <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt is advised to stay alert when you smell any kind of burning smell in your car<\/a>. Especially, if the smell is pungent then it could be due to initial fire burns. Early fume detection can help in car protection in rising temperatures of any major fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\nBesides, there are a few other things that you need to take care of to protect your car from catching fire in hot weather: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Only use original lubricants and fuels that are compatible with your car\u2019s engine and electrical system. <\/li>
- During summers make sure you connect electrical devices in your car properly, else improper connection can cause a fire accident. <\/li>
- Don\u2019t forget to switch off the engine at fuel stations when refuelling. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
CAUSES OF CARS CATCHING FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMake sure that the water in radiator is up to the standard level, as low level may cause car to catch fire in summers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere are many factors involved that cause car to catch fire. A few of them are detailed here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Rupture in the exhaust pipe<\/li>
- Low level of water in the radiator <\/li>
- Faulty electric wires <\/li>
- Tampering the electric wires and installing low-quality accessories, for instance, radios, headlights, speakers and etc. that too from a non-qualified technician may cause a short circuit in car <\/a>and lead to a fire accident. <\/li>
- Adding essential additives in car in incorrect proportions <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
SAFETY MEASURES TO TAKE IN CASE THE CAR CATCHES FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nKeep a fire extinguisher in your car to deal with fire accidents on the spot <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn case your car catches fire while driving, here\u2019s what you can do: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- First of all, don\u2019t panic. <\/li>
- Switch on the hazard light to alert motorists behind your car and stop your car at the place where no one is around. <\/li>
- Turn off the engine and ensure everyone from the car comes out safely. <\/li>
- Call the civil defence authority in your location or the police for assistance. <\/li>
- Identify the origin of the fire. If it’s in the hood, use the fire extinguisher and spray it from the hood’s gap. <\/li>
- To protect yourself from inhaling toxic fumes or getting burned, ensure that it is sprayed in a windward direction. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Besides, make sure to follow tips for roadside emergencies in the UAE<\/a>. Moreover, always keep roadside emergency numbers saved in your cell phone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is advised not to smoke in the car as smoking is injurious to your health and car<\/a>. Also, don’t eave behind a lighter on the leather seat. Lighter is flammable and may explode when exposed to extreme sunlight. There is a chance of ashes burning the upholstery of the car and eventually causing a fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Park your car in the shade, and avoid parking the car outdoors where it is directly exposed to sunlight, especially in the afternoon during summers. There is a high possibility of cars catching fire in rising temperatures when exposed to sunlight\/heat for a long time. Better park your vehicle under a car parking shade or tree. If you are living in villas in Dubai, you may opt to install a car parking shade to protect your car in rising temperatures from fire accidents. There are many options when it comes to buying car parking shades in Dubai<\/a> as well as in other Emirates of the UAE. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep a check on engine oil, coolant and brake fluids<\/a> on a daily basis to ensure that there is no leakage. Also, ensure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly. There is a risk of cars catching fire due to leakage of any of the fluids mentioned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, low level of engine oil or brake fluids can cause friction between the parts and yield heat under the hood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is advised to stay alert when you smell any kind of burning smell in your car<\/a>. Especially, if the smell is pungent then it could be due to initial fire burns. Early fume detection can help in car protection in rising temperatures of any major fire accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, there are a few other things that you need to take care of to protect your car from catching fire in hot weather: <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are many factors involved that cause car to catch fire. A few of them are detailed here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n In case your car catches fire while driving, here\u2019s what you can do: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, make sure to follow tips for roadside emergencies in the UAE<\/a>. Moreover, always keep roadside emergency numbers saved in your cell phone. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPARK YOUR CAR IN SHADE <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
CHECK ENGINE OIL AND BRAKE FLUIDS FOR LEAK <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
STAY ALERT <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
CAUSES OF CARS CATCHING FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
SAFETY MEASURES TO TAKE IN CASE THE CAR CATCHES FIRE <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n