While some vehicle fires can unfortunately be started on purpose, as seen in Rio Bravo last week , most are caused by poor vehicle maintenance and things people can avoid.
Although it may seem like a chaotic scene, many of the vehicles that caught fire were not properly monitored when operating in optimal conditions. And some local mechanics claim that proper car maintenance can ensure this doesn't happen.
"Direct heat isn't the problem because someone's car can also get cold burns if it's not properly maintained," said Raul Torres, a local mechanic who specializes in radiator work. "It's up to people to check their car to make sure they have enough coolant... to make sure their car is at a normal temperature and isn't evaporating quickly, causing the car to run out of steam." It doesn't have the water it needs. "It needs to keep moving like it should."
According to Torres, he has seen many cars catch fire in the cold months just as they do on the hottest days. However, it does say that an electrical problem, a low coolant level in the radiator, or excessive heat that causes the car to overheat can cause the vehicle to catch fire.
Mechanics claim that engine failures are not the cause of vehicle fires.
"Vehicle fires are not caused by an engine failure," said Joe Peinado Jr., a mechanic who works with automobiles. "While some recalls can pose a threat to the integrity of a vehicle and its occupant, these scenarios and recalls are very rare."
Peinado says heat alone also doesn't cause car parts to burn or catch fire because developers test them sufficiently under a variety of conditions to ensure they can withstand intense temperatures.
"The fires are not being started by the heat we are experiencing. All manufacturers test these vehicles under extreme conditions to avoid problems," said Peinado. "La plupart des incendies de véhicules sont déclenchés par des pièces mal installées du proprietaire et / ou du mécanicien ou des pièces faultueuses dues à l'âge, à l'usure (telles que) des écrans thermiques affaissés, des circuites de carburant irritantes et other things."
According to Peinado, commercial vehicles work just like regular vehicles. However, in most cases, devices burn out due to improper installation of parts, reuse of disposable parts, or driver error.
He claims this is because the commercial vehicle's braking system is more complicated than that of a regular vehicle, as well as chafing and punctures.
According to Rio Bravo City Fire Department Chief Juan C. González, vehicles can burn spontaneously if left idling for long periods of time if small pieces of grass, twigs, or other objects become trapped between the transmission and a vehicle's engine. , creating a spark that sets the car on fire.
Overheating cars is another problem that the firefighter is warning people about. He says people should check their radiators to get enough coolant to ensure their vehicles are in good condition.
One area where several vehicles have burned due to this lack of care is on international bridges, where these vehicles wait many hours to be crossed and many stand idle for long periods of time.
"When a vehicle is in distress, CBP assists as best we can and we contact local authorities where necessary," said Richard J. Pauza, public affairs officer with U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the safety of the traveling public."
Peinado said the way to prevent this is to open the hood from time to time and make sure the car is running at its best and in good condition.
"The recommendation is to look under the hood at least once a week," Peinado said. "The more you look into the way things are placed in the engine compartment, the easier it is to spot problems that are going to arise. Make sure your coolant is at the right level to avoid overheating and finally make sure your fans are working.
Torres says basic, proper car maintenance will ultimately help many people keep their vehicles from burning out.
"The heat isn't going away anytime soon as Canicula is still among us, so folks, if you keep your AC up and still want a car, do some basic maintenance on your vehicle and make sure it's clean." is cool. "Drive safely and get home safe," Torres said.
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