Cars, trucks, RVs, and ATVs can all suffer performance issues when left to the weather. That's why you should consider a garage condo as your vehicle storage choice during the hot summer months. To better understand why your vehicle needs this protection, the guide below looks at some of the consequences of your vehicle being exposed to the sun for long periods.

Why Put Your Car in Vehicle Storage During the Summer?

1. Battery

Car batteries contain water and acid to run properly. When it’s hot out, the water in the battery will evaporate, leaving the lead plates inside the battery exposed. Consequently, the battery will lose amperage over time.

2. Tires 

You should monitor your tire pressure year-round, but during the summer, it’s especially important. Hot tires parked on hot pavement can cause undue wear. The risk becomes even greater if your tires aren’t properly inflated.

To keep yours in excellent condition, check the pressure weekly and fill it to the recommended pressure. Examine the tread once a month to ensure it’s not below 4/32". Parking in a protected area like a garage condo or vehicle storage unit will also help preserve tire longevity. 

3. Coolant & Other Fluids

The coolant in your vehicle keeps the engine from overheating. Worn out hoses or a damaged radiator can leak coolant, so watch the temperature gauge for your engine so you can seek repairs if it is overheating.

Other fluids, like the fuel, evaporate from the tank faster during hot weather, so parking in a protected area will help prevent this evaporation to preserve your fuel economy. 

4. Interiors

Parking in direct sunlight on a daily basis can bake your car’s interiors, making plastic components brittle and prone to cracking, and bleaching leather interiors and other upholstery. To maintain your car’s interiors, consider a GarageCondo storage unit. 

For the perfect place to store your new vehicle or the prized vintage car that is your passion project, look no further than GarageCondos in Castle Rock, CO. They offer climate controlled and customizable units with 24-hour access that can accommodate internet access, HDTV, surveillance cameras, and other security measures. Your prized vehicles will be protected from the harsh summer sun and deep winter snowdrifts. Call (303) 518-2353 to ask about their available units for sale, or visit their website for more information about their offerings.