Heatwaves and your fleet

During the summer, your vehicles can experience more maintenance challenges because of the heat impact. Here at RAC Business, we are not just experts in breakdown cover. But also experts in looking after your fleet.

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Heatwaves can cause a lot of difficulty for your fleet. Their performance and business operations can be disrupted by the weather. High temperatures can lead to overheating, tyre damage and battery wear. These can all quickly turn into breakdowns. Which can be hard on businesses that rely on their fleet.

Having RAC Business Breakdown Cover offers peace of mind for your vehicles. Their services such as emergency roadside assistance, batter checks and engine cooling measures, could minimise your business downtime during the hot weather.

Hazards of heatwaves on vehicles

Common heatwave-related vehicle problems

Hot weather can cause the engine to overheat. This can lead to damage. Batteries can also wear out more quickly, which can result in starting issues or battery failure. Hot road surfaces can increase your risk of tyre blowout. This is because the air inside the tyres expands. We recommend considering Tyre Replace as Breakdown Cover Extra. With Tyre Replace, we’ll repair or replace up to 5 tyres, up to £150 each, if yours are punctured or maliciously damaged and can’t be repaired.

Impact on vehicle

Your vehicle's functionality and performance can be affected by high temperatures. The strain on the cooling system can lead to overheating. The air conditioning system can also not work as well. This could reduce the passenger comfort. Your engine lubrication can also become less effective increasing wear and tear on the engine.

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Tips for heatwaves

Vehicle maintenance during heatwaves

During heatwaves looking after your fleet is crucial. You should regularly check your coolant levels to prevent overheating. Inspect your tyre for wear and make sure they're properly inflated, this can lead to blowouts. Try to park in shaded areas to avoid direct sunlight as this can make damage worse. You can access a lot of RAC-recommended car maintenance products through our online store.

RAC Business Breakdown Cover

Having RAC Business Breakdown Cover is important during hot weather. They can quickly help you with overheating and battery issues. If you are a business or self-employed, having cover gives you peace of mind that your fleet with stay on the road.

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In conclusion, heat waves can cause damage to your fleet. This can limit how your business runs. The hot weather can cause overheating, battery wear and tyre damage. You should follow maintenance advice and consider having RAC Business Breakdown Cover to avoid any unnecessary downtime.