20/07/2026
As the warm weather continues...
Moneysupermarket is warning drivers - Don't leave these 5 items in a hot car:
Mirrors and reflective items
Mirrors, reflective sunglasses, and even clear water bottles all refract sunlight and can cause a fire inside a vehicle or, at the very least, leave scorch marks.
Food and drink
There are plenty of reasons to not leave old food and drink in your car on a hot day. Not only can they become mouldy and smelly, but fizzy drinks can explode in high heat.
Electronics and rechargeable gadgets
In recent years battery fires have become a serious cause for concern, with UK fire brigades tackling three lithium-ion battery related fires every day.
EpiPens, inhalers, and other medications
While you think it might be savvy to store EpiPens and other medications in the car for emergencies, in a hot car the heat can warp plastic and reduce effectiveness, making them unfit to use.
Aerosol cotainers:
In high temperatures, the pressurised contents of aerosol containers can expand and cause them to burst or even explode. This can happen to body sprays, deodorants, hairsprays, air fresheners, and gas dusters.
Please enjoy your days out in the warmer weather later this week and stay safe on the roads!
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