Over 70 Years of Rising Temperatures
Did you know that the average temperature in Australia has risen every single decade since 1950? Since records began in 1910 the average temperature in the country has risen approximately 1.5C. That may not seem like much but we are all aware that the basic stats and the feeling on the ground are two different babies.
Australia, like elsewhere on the planet is heating up due to global warming with drought and wildfires especially during dry seasons becoming almost a daily item in the news.
Keeping Cool
It is now estimated that 75% of all Australian households (only about half in Tassie!) have one form of air-conditioning or another with the numbers rising year on year as many turn to relief from the heat. Householders are willing to pay high energy costs and the increasing costs of air-con units to stay cool.
Prevention is Better Than Cure
When it comes to your car or ute, air-conditioning is completely standard these days. But it is estimated that of all the cars on the roads perhaps only 80-90% have this feature.
Irrespective of that, prevention is better than cure right? That’s why car window shades are such an important feature for our baking hot climate.
Car shades that fit the front windscreen are important for keeping the console free of long-term damage and the car cool while parked. But car shades for the rear windows are great for keeping the occupants – especially children in car seats – happy, cool and protected during long or short rides.
What to look out for in car seats?
You don’t want a fuss with rear car shades so look for brands that are easy to fit and hassle-free. Most have smart magnets so they are easy to attach and detach and keep free from dust.
Look for a perfect snug fit. There’s nothing worse than being aware of having them fitted during a long drive due to noise and movement. This is also important for aesthetics – you have spent a small fortune on your vehicle and the last thing you need is for its appeal to be let down by retrofits.
Apart from keeping cool, good shades also block around 85% of UV light which can be so harmful especially to those kids in the back sleeping peacefully (you hope!). And did you know that windows don’t need to be fully closed – good designs allow for windows to be wound down partially so long as you are not travelling more than 70 kmph.
The latest designs fit a whole range of cars from Volkswagens to Volvos, Teslas to Toyotas and are built to last. As with all accessories durability is the key as well as looking stylish.
In conclusion, look for Australian made products that conform to local standards when buying car shades.
