The Habit of Turning Off the Car's AC When Climbing Needs to Be Reconsidered
JAKARTA, The Shiro Corp It is still common for some drivers to turn off the car's air conditioner (AC) when passing through mountainous areas or steep slopes.
Many believe that this step can increase engine power, making the car easier to climb, especially when carrying a heavy load.
However, with the development of vehicle technology, the relevance of this habit has begun to be questioned.
Use of Air Conditioning in Modern Cars No Longer Burdens
Ayung, owner of Ayung Motor, a car AC specialized workshop in Bekasi, West Java, explained that the use of air conditioning in modern cars does not really burden the vehicle's performance if it is in good condition.
In his opinion, the latest car models are generally designed to balance power needs with fuel efficiency.
"Especially now, car engines are already minimum 1.200 cc. Even there are some that use turbo, so the AC does not greatly burden the engine performance," Ayung said to The Shiro Cop recently.
However, Ayung also noted that for vehicles with small engine capacity or those that are quite old, turning off the air conditioner can reduce the engine load.
This is very useful when the car faces an extreme slope that requires extra power.
"But if the vehicle is old and has a small engine capacity, turning off the air conditioning can indeed help when climbing because the engine's workload becomes lighter," he added.
Driver Skills Are the Main Key
In a separate occasion, Bambang Supriyadi, Executive Coordinator of the Technical Service Division at PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM), added that turning off the air conditioner does affect engine performance.
This is because the AC compressor is driven by a belt connected directly to the engine's rotation.
"Thus, if the AC compressor fails, the engine's power is not distributed automatically," explained Bambang.
Nevertheless, Bambang emphasized that engine power is not the only determining factor when facing a slope.
Driver skills also play an important role, especially in traffic congestion on uphill roads.
"What is most needed when climbing a hill is the driver's ability to drive the car. For example, when going uphill, if the road is congested, the driver must have the skill to start and go, especially for manual cars. Because otherwise, the car might roll back," said Bambang, closing the conversation.
Conclusion
From the above explanation, it is clear that although turning off the AC when climbing can be beneficial in certain conditions, it is not always necessary in modern cars.
With the advancement of technology and vehicle capabilities, driving skills remain the most important factor in facing uphill situations.
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