Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout
Driving in a roundabout can be confusing and sometimes dangerous if you aren't aware of the proper protocols. Read our guide.
Read more about Your Guide to Driving in a RoundaboutIf you’ve noticed gas, sulfur, sweet, or burning smells coming from your car that you can’t get rid of, it may be time to bring your car to a mechanic for repair. These smells could be a sign of more serious problems with your car’s engine, such as overheating. Here are some types of smells to look out for and the car problems that are associated with them.
The smell of burning rubber or burning plastic in your car could be caused by several different problems, and burning smells in cars occur most frequently as the result of two surfaces rubbing together. [1]
The smell of gas in your car is abnormal and can indicate several issues that require prompt attention. [2]
A variety of things can cause a vinegar smell in your car, ranging from mold to bad transmission fluid. [3]
If your car smells like rotten eggs or sulfur, there’s probably a serious problem. Sulfur naturally occurs in fuel and is converted into an odorless compound when combusted and after going through your car’s emission control system. If you’re smelling sulfur, it’s most likely caused by one of these 3 common problems: [4]
A sweet smell in your car such as maple syrup—or celery may indicate that your car is leaking coolant or antifreeze. This is a serious problem because if your car leaks too much coolant, it can cause your vehicle to overheat and can even result in total engine failure. An engine that fails from overheating cannot be repaired and needs to be replaced completely, so if you smell a sweet odor that you think may be leaked coolant, speak to a trusted professional as soon as possible. [5]
If you are smelling exhaust fumes in your car and have determined that the odor is not coming from another vehicle, you should stop driving and call a tow truck. Your car could have an exhaust leak, which is extremely dangerous and can result in carbon monoxide poisoning. [6]
An unusual smell coming from your car is usually a clear indication that your vehicle isn’t working as it should, and some odors can indicate a malfunction that is dangerous. Keep yourself and other drivers safe by staying on top of your car’s maintenance schedule and calling your trusted mechanic at the first sign that something may be wrong.
Sources:
[1] “Burning Smell from a Car: Understand What’s Happening,” www.carsdirect.com/car-maintenance/burning-smell-from-a-car-understand-whats-happening
[2] “3 Reasons You Might Smell Gasoline When You’re Driving,” www.classictoyotatyler.com/blogs/2332/3-reasons-you-might-smell-gasoline-when-youre-driving/
[3] “Why Does My Car Smell Like Vinegar And What Can I Do About It?” www.motorborne.com/why-does-my-car-smell-like-vinegar/
[4] “3 Reasons Why Your Car Smells Like Rotten Eggs,” mcspaddenautomotive.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-car-smells-like-rotten-eggs
[5] “Why is there a sweet smell coming from my car?” www.mbscottsdale.com/blog/why-is-there-a-sweet-smell-coming-from-my-car/
[6] “Four Things to Know if You Smell Exhaust in Your Vehicle in Salem,” www.capitolsubaru.com/service/information/things-to-know-if-you-smell-car-exhaust-in-your-car-salem-or.htm
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