Le 15/07/2024
written by Laura P
Solar film for cars: the alternative to air conditioning
Solar film, the alternative to air conditioning
The return of the summer season means intense heat. And once you're behind the wheel of your car, the heat is unbearable. At this very moment, there's one solution: turn on the air conditioning. But is it really the best solution? We think the best alternative is tinted film, also known as solar film.
What is solar film for cars?
Solar film for cars is a tinted film that is applied to your car's windows. It comes in different shades, from light to dark. The lighter tint lets in more light and heat, while the darker tint does the opposite. Choosing the right shade of solar film is therefore an important consideration.
Choosing your car film
Choosing the right tint for your sun protection film is an important step. As mentioned earlier, at Variance Autowe offer a range of tints, from the lightest to the darkest. Here's an overview of their characteristics:
- The light-black solar film lets in 36% of the sun ' s light and rejects 44% of the sun's energy;
- The black solar film lets 25% of the light into the cabin, while rejecting 51% of the heat;
- Dark black solar film transmits 19% of light energy and 54% of solar energy;
- The very dark black solar film ensures light transmission of just 5% , while providing 64% heat rejection.
It goes without saying that the darker the solar film, the more effective it will be at keeping out prying eyes. So you can combine privacy with driving comfort.
Solar film for cars: an alternative to air conditioning, but not the only one
As you know, turning on the air-conditioning in your car to reduce the heat consumes a lot of energy. On the one hand, it consumes a lot of energy, and on the other, if your car doesn't have one and you want to install one, you're going to have to make a financial effort.
With this in mind, Variance Auto offers a solar film for cars with an anti-heat function.
Among the notable advantages of a solar film for cars, we can mention :
- The protection against heat by rejecting and reducing the penetration of solar energy into the passenger compartment. By installing a solar film kit, the air will be cooler and you'll be able to drive better without suffering from the heat;
- Protection against ultraviolet rays , which are harmful to our health and that of our loved ones. As you well know, UV rays are the cause of numerous physical injuries such as burns. They can also accelerate skin ageing and cause skin diseases and cancer;
- Reducing your car's energy consumption for air conditioning. The installation of a solar film does not consume any energy to operate. So you save money and help the environment;
- A affordable price for French-quality sun protection film. Quality doesn't always mean exorbitant prices. At Variance Auto, we make it a point of honor to provide you with a product made in France, created by experts in the field, but also pre-cut and thermoformed, at a reasonable price and less than that of air conditioning;
- The installation is accessible to everyone, from novices to the most experienced. We offer numerous installation tutorials on our social networks, including our YouTube channel. So you can quickly install your solar film yourself.
So when you choose a solar film for your car from Variance Auto, you're choosing quality and savings, both financial and in terms of energy.
Solar film and regulations
It's important to be aware of current legislation when it comes to installing solar film for cars. It would be unpleasant to receive a fine of up to €135 for breaking the law.
According to Decree 2016-448 :
- Your rear windows may have a darker tint than your front ones. You just need to make sure you have good visibility and provide good visibility to other passengers and road users;
- Your front windows must transmit at least 70% of light.
Our solar films comply with current regulations. So there's no risk of being fined when you're out and about on French roads.
Now you know all about solar car film and its advantages over air conditioning. You have all the information you need to make an informed choice.