The habit of smoking in the car may be difficult for some people to avoid. Smoking in the car has become a necessity for certain reasons, including eliminating sleepiness or boredom.
If anyone is still doing it, it's best to avoid it. Because smoking in the car cabin can have a negative impact such as cabin cleanliness, and driving safety on the road. Here's why smoking in the car can be a problem.
Disturbing the Driver's Concentration
The driver's concentration is disturbed when a cigarette is slipped on his finger. Not to mention the focus of driving is divided when trying to throw away cigarette ashes.
Another danger is the puff of smoke released when smoking will interfere with the view in the car. Even if it's only for a moment, being distracted can jeopardize the safety of drivers and passengers.
In addition, cigarette ashes that are thrown out or blown away by the wind also endanger other road users, especially if there are still burning embers.
Leaves a Bad Smell
Cigarette smoke will persist and stick to various corners of the car cabin, especially the cockpit area such as the dashboard, steering wheel, and front door panels.
The unpleasant smell of nicotine will continue to stick and will be very difficult to remove at any time. Try to pay attention to the roof of the car cabin, if there are yellow spots, it means the owner likes to smoke in the car.
Not only annoying, but also makes the cabin uncomfortable, especially for small children and elderly people who are not used to smoking.
Air Conditioner Circulation is Polluted with Smoke
Don't forget, cigarette smoke has the potential to enter the AC circulation system and settle so that the air from the car air conditioner will mix with harmful nicotine.
In addition, cigarette smoke will also stick to the filter and even stick to the AC Evaporator which can make the odor not go away even though the cabin filter has been replaced. The unpleasant smell of secondhand cigarette smoke will also continue to circulate when the air conditioner is turned on.
Cars are Hard to Sell
There are several reasons consumers are reluctant to buy a used car, one of which is the cabin smells of cigarettes. Another reason for the nicotine spots in the car that interfere with the view of the occupants of the cabin.
Even if it has to be repaired, it will cost a lot to restore the cleanliness of the car cabin from the smell of cigarettes. There is also no guarantee that the distinctive and pungent odor can completely disappear from the car.
Solutions to Keep the Car Cabin Clean
There is no solution other than not smoking in the car. In addition to maintaining health, these efforts can prevent the cabin from being contaminated with cigarette smoke, including ash, embers, cigarette butts, and cigarette stains that will make the cabin dirty and uncomfortable.
Especially if we often invite the fruit of the day or the elderly to ride the vehicle together.
In addition, car owners also need to know if other dirt will still enter the car cabin so it needs maintenance steps. The easiest way is to clean the interior once a week while washing the entire car. Make sure the cabin is clean and completely dry so it doesn't leave any traces of dirt and unpleasant odors.
Also reduce the frequency of opening and closing car windows and doors when not needed to prevent dirty air from entering and make sure the car's air conditioning circulation system is in top condition by checking the cabin filter to keep the cabin air clean.
"There are many detrimental effects that will be felt by us if we smoke in the car. Therefore, avoid smoking in the car and keep the cabin condition clean and tidy so that it is comfortable to use," said Nur Imansyah Tara, head of the after-sales division of Auto2000.
Source: CNN Indonesia
