Does car AC use gas? It sure does. Like many other on-board features, your vehicle’s air conditioning system uses gas by drawing energy from the alternator, which is in turn powered by the engine. Since your engine needs fuel to run, the AC system actually does consume a little gas, but in some situations it can be more efficient to use it than to keep it off. If you want to find out how your car’s AC system works and how it impacts gas mileage, simply read on.
You’ll probably have switched on the AC often when the sun is beating down into your car and not even thought about how the system works, but it’s actually pretty simple. Whether you’re in a new vehicle or a used vehicle, all AC systems use a high-pressure gas called refrigerant and feature the following parts:
The EPA tells us that using your car’s AC system can be more fuel-efficient than driving fast on the highway with windows open. That’s because open windows increase drag, which means your engine needs to work harder.
Other ways to increase your vehicle’s efficiency include:
If you ever suspect there’s something wrong with your car’s AC system, the team here at Jaguar Paramus can help. Simply get in touch today for any further advice or assistance.
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