Will Cars with Full Gas Tanks Explode on Hot Days?
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A common rumor holds that a car bearing a full tank of gas on an exceptionally hot day may explode due to increased pressure and heat. This claim makes no sense.
On hot summer days, you should avoid filling your car’s gas tank completely due to a risk of explosion.
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