If you’ve lived through a summer in Los Angeles, you know the drill — dry, punishing heat, constant stop-and-go traffic, and the ever-present hum of engines overheating on the shoulder. The summer grind here isn’t just tough on you — it’s brutal on your car. At 60 Minute Tune, we know how LA driving wears vehicles down differently. You don’t need snow tires or salt protection — but you do need a car that can handle heat, hills, and high-speed freeway runs. Let’s talk about what matters most when summer kicks in. 5 Ways LA Summers Push Your Car to the Limit Want to avoid sitting on the side of the 405 with the hood up? Here’s what to keep an eye on: 1. Engine Cooling Is Everything High-speed driving + long idle times = major heat buildup. Make sure your radiator, coolant level, and fans are all working properly — especially if you’re using A/C heavily in traffic. 2. Spark Plugs & Filters Take a Beating Frequent starts, hills, and short trips wear down spark plugs faster. Combine that with dusty LA air and clogged filters, and your fuel economy (and performance) can drop fast. 3. Heat Can Kill Your Battery People often think winter is the enemy — but LA summers can be worse. Heat evaporates battery fluid, causes corrosion, and shortens lifespan. If your battery’s getting old, test it now. 4. Tire Pressure Swings with Temperature SoCal blacktop gets scorching in the sun. That heat expands the air in your tires — and can lead to uneven wear or even a blowout if you’re overdue for a rotation or pressure check. 5. A/C Strain Is Real Whether you're sitting in Sepulveda Pass traffic or cruising down Sunset, your air conditioning is working overtime. Weak airflow or slow cooling might be the early signs of trouble — and LA’s not the place to be stuck with no cold air. Why Choose 60 Minute Tune? We’re fast, local, and real. At 60 Minute Tune, we help LA drivers stay cool, efficient, and out of the breakdown lane. Whether you're hitting the freeway or just battling that Valley heat, we’ll make sure your car’s ready to keep up with your lifestyle. Don’t Let the Heat Win The weather’s not cooling down anytime soon — but your car should be. Swing by 60 Minute Tune today for a fast, honest summer checkup that keeps you on the road and out of trouble.