Car sunroof, the nightmare of record-breaking heat

Sunroofs are not only found on luxury cars but are becoming a popular feature on many popular cars, especially on high-end versions. Sunroofs are also becoming a convenient feature that is often compared between car models.

In addition to the standard sunroof, which is usually nearly half the width of the roof, the panoramic sunroof is considered a high-end option, almost as wide as the entire roof.

The effects of sunroof

The sunroof helps to create a feeling of spaciousness in the cabin. The sunroof of some car models also helps the car receive more natural light or catch the wind when traveling. This makes the car more aesthetic and comfortable. However, in crowded and polluted urban areas, sunroofs are rarely used.

The sunroof can also be an escape route in an emergency. If the car falls into deep water or flips over, passengers can escape through this way.

Hot day obsession

However, in the record hot days happening in most regions of the country, the sunroof has revealed many disadvantages. The sunroof does not have the ability to block the heat as well as a regular car roof, so the car cabin will be much hotter than cars with traditional roofs.

More specifically, the sunroof is a large glass panel, inside is a thin canvas made of fabric, or better yet, a thick shield made of fabric-covered foam. The sunroof's ability to block the heat is therefore worse than that of a conventional car roof. In models using a panoramic sunroof, the heat is even more intense.

When driving in hot weather, even with all the sunroof panels closed, the people inside the car still feel uncomfortable when the hot air blows down from above. This does not happen with cars that are not equipped with a sunroof.

The temperature inside the car will be even hotter if the user parks the car outside in the middle of the day with the windows closed. The ability to block the sun and heat is less effective, making the car cabin feel like an oven every time you step inside. For black cars with sunroofs, the temperature inside the car is even more terrible.

Add curtains, add sunshade for sunroof

Choosing to buy a car with a sunroof increases comfort, but users receive unpleasant inconveniences, and in the end have to find ways to overcome them in many ways.

To limit the hot cabin in cars with sunroofs, it is best to avoid parking under the harsh sunlight. If you must park under the sun, you should use a car cover or, better yet, a specialized umbrella for cars.

Car covers are more compact and easier to carry, but over time they can damage the paint of the car due to excessive heat. Meanwhile, specialized umbrellas are more effective at blocking the sun, but can be stolen if the car is parked in an unattended place.

Users can add heat-insulating film to the glass of the sunroof, helping to reduce the temperature and sunlight shining directly into the car. You should choose heat-insulating film from reputable brands to ensure the ability to insulate, block sunlight, block ultraviolet rays as well as the durability of the product.

In addition, users can also equip themselves with an additional layer of protection for the car ceiling by attaching sunshades to the sunroof. This type of cover is very popular and is relatively cheap compared to heat-insulating film, and the heat-blocking effect is relatively good, although it loses the aesthetics of the sunroof, which many people love when choosing.

In the world, sunroofs are still a valuable feature, making cars more fashionable, creating a more airy space, welcoming more sunlight and being closer to nature. However, with climate conditions that are sometimes terribly hot like in Vietnam, combined with heavy traffic in big cities, sunroofs do not have much effect. Users should consider whether to buy car models with sunroofs or not./.