Posted on 5/1/2025
Cool Tips to Keep Your Engine Calm When the Temperatures Climb As temperatures climb and the allure of road trips grows, your vehicle encounters one of its toughest seasonal tests: keeping the engine cool. While a sunny day is ideal for a relaxing drive along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, it's also when engines are most vulnerable to overheating. Your vehicle's cooling system plays a crucial role in controlling the heat generated by combustion, air temperature, and road friction. However, during long drives or while stuck in stop-and-go traffic on hot summer days, even a well-maintained car can struggle to cope with this added stress. Overheating is more than a minor inconvenience; it can cause warped engine parts, blown gaskets, and leave you stranded with steam pouring from under the hood. The silver ... read more