Heading out for groceries? Ever wonder how long they can safely sit in your car?
Traffic safety services regularly warn against leaving kids or pets in vehicles. At 29°C outside, interiors hit 40°C in 10 minutes, 48°C after 30 minutes, and 54°C after an hour.
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No one stores food in a hot oven—yet cars get just as scorching. Heat fuels bacteria growth, potentially spoiling fresh ingredients and causing illness. Data on car temperatures underscores why minimizing time is key.
Shop for perishables last, skip extra stops, and consider a cooler pack. In winter, a quick coffee run is fine if it's colder outside than your fridge.
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