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Car breakdowns surge up to 50% during Spanish heat wave
Autoclub MutuaMutua MadrileñaJavier SabioSpainheat waveAEMEThybrid vehicleselectric vehicles
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Car breakdowns increase by up to 50% on extreme heat days during Spain's third heat wave of the summer, according to data from Autoclub Mutua. Overall, roadside assistance calls rise 25% in summer months. Source: ABC The number of summer assistance calls has more than doubled from 219,000 in 2016 to over 500,000 in 2025. Source: ABC, El Mundo
Types of breakdowns
- Mechanical and engine failures account for 38% of incidents, including cooling system, fuel system, and brake issues. Source: ABC
- Battery and starting problems represent 34%, with 17.5% for tires and 7.8% for accidents. Source: El Mundo
Hybrid and electric vehicles
Hybrid and electric vehicles experience 36% fewer battery or starting issues compared to combustion vehicles (5.3 vs. 3.4 per 100). However, intense heat can reduce EV range slightly, notes Javier Sabio, director of Autoclub Mutua. Source: ABC, El Mundo
Prevention tips
Autoclub Mutua recommends keeping the battery between 15–30°C, avoiding fast charging on hot days, parking in shade, and using air conditioning efficiently. Source: ABC
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4 quotesABC↗
“Las asistencias en carretera se incrementan hasta un 25% en verano y hasta un 50% en días de temperaturas máximas como los que están registrándose en la que es ya la tercera ola de calor de este verano.”
El Mundo↗
“Las asistencias en carretera a automóviles se disparan hasta un 50% en los días de calor extremo, según un informe elaborado por Autoclub Mutua.”
ABC↗
“Javier Sabio, director de Autoclub Mutua, afirma que 'hay una estrecha relación entre las olas de calor y las asistencias en carretera, que se incrementan ante los mayores problemas de calentamiento que sufren los vehículos'.”
El Mundo