With recent temperatures starting to increase this summer, it is critical to ensure that the fluid levels in your vehicle are topped up and contain the proper antifreeze dilution. Let us take look at how antifreeze works and why it is critical to keep your car running not only in the winter but also during the hotter summer months. What is the significance of antifreeze? Antifreeze and engine coolant are the same thing and serve a dual purpose in your vehicle, helping to regulate the temperature of your engine. Antifreeze is so named because it protects your engine from extreme cold temperatures during the winter months. If the fluids in your engine freeze, it could result in serious damage and cracking of the engine block. Simultaneously, when the engine is running, it becomes extremely hot. As a result of its high boiling point, antifreeze's coolant properties prevent overheating by removing excess heat from the engine. If your engine is not properly cooled...
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