"Beating the Heat: Essential Tips for a Cooler Car and Safer Drives"

As temperatures rise, car interiors can become unbearably hot, even in the shade. Strategies to keep your car's interior cooler in the summer include using cool packs for the seats, keeping instant cold packs in the trunk, using a pot holder or oven mitt for hot seatbelts, draping a white towel over the steering wheel, and using a windshield sun shade. While lighter-colored interiors may be slightly cooler, both light and dark interiors can reach temperatures exceeding 100°F (38°C) in hot weather.