{"id":6727,"date":"2018-05-06T21:00:59","date_gmt":"2018-05-06T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.carro.sg\/?p=6727"},"modified":"2025-11-05T17:32:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:32:44","slug":"pollution-inside-cars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/pollution-inside-cars\/","title":{"rendered":"In-Car Pollution: What Can You Do ?"},"content":{"rendered":"Most people are aware that cars are one of the greatest causes of air pollution, but few are aware that they inhale pollutants inside the car (in-car pollution). Both types of pollution are harmful & in this article, we will cover how pollutants end up inside the car, the harm it\u00a0causes, and what you can do to reduce it.\r\n\r\nVehicle exhaust fumes consist of carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide (which is quite lethal) and small quantities of nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide. The combination of these fumes produces a deadly cocktail that brings about respiratory problems when inhaled.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, it damages the ozone layer and the environment. The dangers may not be felt instantly but they become noticeable over time, causing permanent damage to our bodies and the world we live in.\r\n

How Do Pollutants End Up Inside Cars?<\/h2>\r\n
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www.vpcrc.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nMost pollutants come from exhaust fumes. The walls between the car\u2019s engine and the interior of the car aren\u2019t as thick as we think. The engine emits gases that leak into the car\u2019s interior. You may think that opening the windows will prevent a buildup of these emissions, but it also allows emissions from other cars to enter your car.\r\n\r\nPolluted air makes its way into the car via air vents or open windows and recirculates them inside the car. On the other hand, keeping the windows closed slowly also escalates the buildup of your own engine\u2019s emissions as the levels of some pollutants are higher inside the car, compared to one the roads.\r\n\r\nDid you know that the \u201cnew car smell\u201d is a brew of over 300 chemicals (many of which are toxic)? <\/strong>\r\n\r\nFind out about other vehicle smells you should know. <\/a>\r\n

What Determines The Level Of In-Car Pollutants<\/h2>\r\n
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  1. Traffic<\/strong> (heavy traffic, or stopping at red lights is worse)<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. Your Driving Speed<\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  3. Age & Condition of Your Car<\/strong> (e.g. if engine is not functioning optimally, you can expect higher levels of in-car pollutants)<\/li>\r\n \t
  4. Type of vehicles nearby<\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  5. Ventilation<\/strong> (recirculating the air filters out most outside pollutants, but keeps in more pollutants that are produced internally)<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    What Are The Dangers Of In-Car Pollution?<\/h2>\r\n
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    www.huffingtonpost.com dr-karin-l-smithson conscious-relationships_b_4350876 html<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nRisks vary for different people:\r\n\r\na) Healthy adults\r\n\r\nIn-car pollutants can result in throat\/chest irritation or discomfort, headaches or even drowsiness (higher risk of accidents). It can also increase risks of blood clotting & inflammation and can disrupt heart functions such as heart rhythm and rate.\r\n\r\nb) Those with heart & respiratory problems\r\n\r\nInhaling in-car pollutants can trigger respiratory attacks like asthma attacks or even stroke & heart attacks.\r\n\r\nc)\u00a0Children\r\n\r\nChildren face a greater risk of in-car pollution because their vital body organs such as the lungs are not fully developed. Research<\/a> has revealed that such pollution can interfere with children\u2019s brain development, cognitive ability & behaviour (e.g ability to learn & their reaction timing).\r\n\r\nIn other cases, in-car pollution compromises immunity, putting them at greater risks of cardio-respiratory problems such as asthma.\r\n

    What can you do to reduce in-car pollutants?<\/h2>\r\n
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