Last year was the hottest summer on record, and heat and humidity are again bearing down across the United States and especially here in Texas. Heat waves on both coasts are contributing to shattered weather records already this year.

While driving to and from the office, or with your family on the weekends, your vehicle’s air conditioning is a luxury many take for granted. Gullo Ford wants to help find ways to make your A/C run more efficiently, and offering tips to keep you cool no matter where your vehicle takes you this summer.

Tips to remember on your daily commute: 

• When you first enter a hot vehicle, lower the windows completely for a few minutes to push out hot air.
• Use the max A/C button to quickly cool down the vehicle.
• If you get too cold, don’t switch the unit on and off; adjust the temperature or fan speed to help keep the temperature consistent.
• Too cold in the front, but still not cool enough in the back seat? Instead of shutting the A/C vents in the front, redirect them to the ceiling or sides of the vehicle to keep air flowing to the rear.
• If it isn’t too hot, when driving around town turn off the A/C and roll down your windows instead.
• Parking in the shade whenever possible or using a reflective windshield shade can dramatically reduce heat buildup in your parked vehicle. Cabin temperature at startup will be much lower, and temperature comfort will be achieved much sooner on your drive.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a moonroof or large panoramic roof, always close the roof shade to reduce heat buildup in your parked vehicle.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a remote start system, be sure to set the climate control system up for automatic operation so you can start the cool-down process before entering the vehicle.
• If you live in a predominately hot weather state, choosing a lighter exterior color and/or a lighter interior color will reduce heat buildup in your parked vehicle.

We really hope these tips help out in this scorching summer heat!! Stay safe!