Safety Survey: 75.5% of Drivers Feel Heatstroke Risk in Cars Even Before Summer Peak
An analysis of vehicle heatstroke risks during early summer and the effectiveness of countermeasures such as sunshades and cooling fans.
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As temperatures fluctuate significantly between the pre-rainy season and early summer, the risk of rising temperatures inside parked vehicles becomes a serious concern. Even short-duration parking can lead to intense internal heat, causing discomfort and heatstroke risks for many passengers.
A survey conducted among 200 vehicle owners investigated heat perceptions and preventive measures during May and early summer. The results revealed that 75.5% (151 respondents) have felt abnormal heat or heatstroke risks in their cars during this period. To mitigate this, 63.0% (126 respondents) use sunshades, making it the most common countermeasure.
Key Findings:
1. 75.5% Perception Rate: When asked about heat frequency in early summer, 59.5% reported feeling it "occasionally," while 16.0% felt it "frequently." Over three-quarters of drivers recognize the risk before the rainy season even begins.
2. Preventive Actions: Beyond sunshades (63.0%), drivers also park in the shade (48.0%) and ventilate the car by opening and closing doors before boarding (39.5%).
3. Demographic Trends: While sunshades are universally popular, drivers in their 20s and 30s show a higher adoption of fans and circulators (21.4% and 19.0%, respectively) compared to other age groups, indicating a preference for combining traditional shades with cooling gadgets.
Union Eternity Co., Ltd. suggests that headrest-mounted fans are an effective way to improve air circulation, particularly for reaching rear-seat passengers, children, and pets. These measures, combined with traditional shading, ensure a safer and more comfortable cabin environment during the early heat of the year.
A survey conducted among 200 vehicle owners investigated heat perceptions and preventive measures during May and early summer. The results revealed that 75.5% (151 respondents) have felt abnormal heat or heatstroke risks in their cars during this period. To mitigate this, 63.0% (126 respondents) use sunshades, making it the most common countermeasure.
Key Findings:
1. 75.5% Perception Rate: When asked about heat frequency in early summer, 59.5% reported feeling it "occasionally," while 16.0% felt it "frequently." Over three-quarters of drivers recognize the risk before the rainy season even begins.
2. Preventive Actions: Beyond sunshades (63.0%), drivers also park in the shade (48.0%) and ventilate the car by opening and closing doors before boarding (39.5%).
3. Demographic Trends: While sunshades are universally popular, drivers in their 20s and 30s show a higher adoption of fans and circulators (21.4% and 19.0%, respectively) compared to other age groups, indicating a preference for combining traditional shades with cooling gadgets.
Union Eternity Co., Ltd. suggests that headrest-mounted fans are an effective way to improve air circulation, particularly for reaching rear-seat passengers, children, and pets. These measures, combined with traditional shading, ensure a safer and more comfortable cabin environment during the early heat of the year.
FAQ
What is the primary heatstroke risk factor highlighted in the survey?
The sudden rise in vehicle interior temperature even during short parking periods in early summer.
Which age group is most likely to use cooling gadgets like fans?
Drivers in their 20s and 30s have a higher tendency to use fans and circulators compared to older demographics.
When was this survey conducted?
The survey was conducted via the internet from April 30 to May 1, 2026.