Imagine you’re out enjoying a nice day at the park with your family when your car’s engine unexpectedly dies. You would naturally come to the conclusion that leaving your car running with the door open—a common practice in order to avoid having to leave your keys in the ignition—was a mistake.
In fact, according to a study released by Safe Kids Worldwide, more than 70% of U.S. kids have left their vehicle running while it was unattended at least once. And while you might be thinking that leaving your car running with the door open is just a harmless habit, what if this habit resulted in someone breaking into your car?
According to Safe Kids Worldwide, ” vehicles left running and unlocked are targets for thieves looking for easy access to precious belongings or for broken-in cars that can be used for criminal activity.” So, next time you’re out and about and find yourself wanting to leave your car running but also want to make sure that it’s safe, remember: always lock your car and always leave the key in the ignition!
How Radio Stays on When Car is Off and Door is Open
When you’re driving and your car’s engine is off, the radio will still play if the door is open. This is because the car’s battery still powers the radio. However, when your car’s engine is on and the door is closed, the radio will not play. The battery needs to be charged in order to power the radio.
How Radio Stays on When You are Away from Home
Many people know that the radio will stay on when the car is off, but may not know that the radio will also stay on when the door is open. This is due to a safety feature that many radios have. This feature allows the radio to continue broadcasting even if there is a power outage. This can be helpful in case of an emergency.
What to do if You Lose Your Radio
If you’re like most drivers, you rely on your car’s radio to keep you entertained while you’re stuck in traffic or taking a break from your drive. But what if your car’s battery dies or the door is accidentally left open?
If you lose your radio, there are a few things you can do to make sure you’re still able to stay connected.
First, try turning on your car’s interior lights. This will give you some light to work by and help you see the buttons on the radio.
If that doesn’t work, try plugging your headphones into the AUX input on the dashboard. Many radios have this feature, so it should be easy to find.
Finally, if all else fails, try using a portable speaker. This is the least reliable option but can be helpful if you have limited options.
Conclusion
If you’re worried about leaving your radio or music player on when you leave your car parked, fret no more. A recent study has shown that radios continue to play even when the car’s engine is off and the door is open. This means that if you’re stuck in a traffic jam and need some entertainment, your tunes will be waiting for you when you get back to your vehicle.