{"id":377,"date":"2025-07-03T20:01:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T20:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/?p=377"},"modified":"2025-07-03T23:42:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T23:42:32","slug":"summer-heat-is-here-is-your-car-air-con-keeping-you-cool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/summer-heat-is-here-is-your-car-air-con-keeping-you-cool\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf1e Summer Heat Is Here \u2013 Is Your Car Air Con Keeping You Cool?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The sun is out, temperatures are rising, and that only means one thing \u2014 summer has arrived! But while the sunshine is great for beach days and barbecues, it can make your daily drive feel like an oven if your car\u2019s air conditioning isn&#8217;t working properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Oxbys Autos<\/strong>, we know how important it is to stay cool and comfortable on the road. If your car&#8217;s air con isn&#8217;t blowing cold air, now\u2019s the time to get it checked before you&#8217;re stuck sweating in traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude97 Common Signs Your Air Con Needs Attention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blowing warm or room-temperature air<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unusual smells when the system is on<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strange noises from the vents<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Takes too long to cool the cabin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weak airflow even on high settings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These issues could be caused by low refrigerant, a clogged filter, compressor trouble, or even just wear and tear from lack of use over the winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f What We Do<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Oxbys Autos, our air conditioning service includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full system check<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Re-gassing (recharging refrigerant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leak detection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pressure testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cabin filter replacement (if needed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We use the latest tools and follow manufacturer-approved procedures to keep your A\/C system running efficiently all summer long. With dual gas machines we offer both the old R134a\u00a0&amp; the new R1234yf gas options!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf2c\ufe0f Don\u2019t Wait for a Breakdown<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A faulty air con system doesn\u2019t just mean discomfort \u2014 it can also reduce fuel efficiency and make defogging windows slower and less effective. If you notice anything unusual, it\u2019s best to book in before the heatwave hits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Book Your Air Con Check Today<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay cool behind the wheel! Contact <strong>Oxbys Autos<\/strong> today to book your <strong>air conditioning service<\/strong> or pop in for a quick A\/C health check. We\u2019re here to help keep your summer drives safe and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcde <a href=\"tel:01246720395\">01246 720 395<\/a><br>\ud83d\udccd Chesterfield, Derbyshire.<br>\ud83d\udcbb <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/contact\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The sun is out, temperatures are rising, and that only means one thing \u2014 summer has arrived! But while the sunshine is great for beach days and barbecues, it can make your daily drive feel like an oven if your car\u2019s air conditioning isn&#8217;t working properly. 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