Automotive Auxiliary Heaters Come In Various Types and Sizes and Are Used For Heating Up Automotive, Especially In Colder Climates

Automotive auxiliary heaters are used all over the world, especially in regions such as the U.S., U.K., and Italy. An automotive auxiliary heater can add comfort and extra heating to the car, whether it's a diesel, gasoline, or hybrid. With a bit of planning, users can have one in the garage or trunk while they are away. Of course, there are many different types available and choice will depend on where and how users are going to use them. There are basically three types of automotive auxiliary heaters.

The most versatile automotive auxiliary heater available is a propane-fuel-powered unit. They heat up the car using propane gas and typically come with a tank and a connector fitting. The disadvantage is that they can leak and use up a lot of propane gas, so don't expect to go driving around with a single one on board. In regions such as the U.S., the increasing prevalence of cars is rising the requirements for the automotive auxiliary heater. For instance, according to American Automobile Association, in 0219 around 276 million registered vehicles were there in the U.S.

Another type of automotive auxiliary heater is a liquid fuel auxiliary heater. These work just like their oil-powered cousins, but the fuel is stored in a separate container than the tank. Users can either plug in a traditional fuel fitting (often a drain plug) or they can make use of remote control. A common complaint about liquid fuel automotive auxiliary heaters is that they take a long time to get to full temperature. If users only need to heat up the car briefly, then a portable unit may be a better choice.

Finally, if they are using the car in the winter, they will want to have a diesel automotive auxiliary heater or a cold-weather auxiliary heater. Unlike oil heaters, a diesel automotive auxiliary heater is fuel-efficient and actually gives quite a bit of heating output. They work on the same principle as the radiator engine heat exchangers - a small refrigerant flows through the engine (usually the one holding the coolant), where it's heated and travels to a cooled destination through the liquid fuel lines. This process continues until the refrigerant reaches a preset temperature, usually between seventy-five and eighty degrees Fahrenheit.