Summary of Does the color of your car impact its temperature?
The video explores whether the color of a car impacts its temperature in hot weather.
- Two cars, one white and one dark gray, were left in the sun to see which one heated up faster.
- The dark gray car reached higher temperatures than the white car, both on the roof and inside.
- After an hour and a half in direct sunlight, the dark gray car was significantly hotter than the white car.
- The interior temperatures of both cars were similar, but the dark gray car had a higher overall temperature.
- Industry experts at ICC cars.com confirmed that the color of a car does affect its temperature.
- It is suggested to find shade when parking to keep the car cooler.
Featured Researchers
- William Pitts, ICC cars.com
Notable Quotes
— 02:17 — « Yes, the color of your car does appear to make a difference when it comes to the heat. »
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Science and Nature