BUMPER CARS
Wild video of ‘pregnant cars’ as heat wave has hilarious but dangerous effect on vehicles making them hard to drive
High temperatures are raising more than just energy bills
BIZARRE footage showing cars with hoods that look like baby bumps has revealed an unlikely phenomenon.
The vehicles, featuring huge bulbous bumps, can be seen parked out in the street on a hot summer's day.
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They were spotted in China by Jennifer Zeng in China who noticed the heat was affecting the vehicles, What's The Jam reports.
Jennifer Zeng, a human rights activist and author, took photos and videos to showcase the phenomenon.
Her clips have since gone viral on social media with over 750,000 views and 3,700 likes.
The 57-year-old films several vehicles which are parked along the streets and in garages.
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The first clip shows a burgundy vehicle with a huge red bump rising from the hood.
The second video shows a purple car with two bumps along the doors and another big one also on the hood.
The third is a white car with a 'baby bump.'
And the fourth is a blue ‘pregnant’ car.
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The post was captioned: “No joke! Made-in-China cars get "pregnant" when it's too hot.”
Social media users couldn't help but poke fun at the images.
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"Is it a boy or a girl?" one viewer wrote.
Another figured it may be a new design fad.
"Super funny if real, and very creative."
Someone else combined the two sentiments, making a joke, but expressing concern.
"If they deliver the baby after cooling down, then it's a feature otherwise a failure."
Expert advice on prepping your car for summer
Dustin Piggot, the Service Manager at a Subaru Dealership with years of technincal experience, told The U.S. Sun in an exclusive interview which items drivers should have checked before temperatures rise:
- Have a multi-point inspection performed. A paid inspection will prompt a technician to check vital systems like braking, power steering, and front and rear suspension for any leaks or malfunctions. They will also test the condition of the battery and check vital fluid levels and conditions.
- Cooling system. Before things heat up, drivers must have their cooling system inspected for proper coolant levels and condition, have radiator hoses evaluated, and have the radiator checked.
- Have your A/C system checked. If freon is low and needs charging or parts need to be replaced, it's essential to address the issue before temperatures rise.
- Make sure your tires are appropriate for warmer weather. If you live in a climate that necessitates a dedicated winter tire, swap them with all-season or summer tires if possible to extend the life of the winter tire. Winter tires are softer and will wear out much quicker in warmer weather.
- Look at tread depth. Tires with low tread depth will make it more difficult to stop your car if you need to avoid an accident.
- Give your car some TLC. Before it gets too hot, Piggott says it's important to give your car a good cleaning to wash away winter grime and dirt and treat your paint to a nice coat of wax to protect it from harsh UV rays and high heat. Many dealerships like his offer detailing and washing services.
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One wise user knew what was happening right away.
"Those are wraps and if there's moisture underneath it will fill with water vapor," they wrote.
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While hilarious, drivers would find their cars very difficult to drive, some users wrote, decreasing visibility or leaving no choice but to pop the wrap.
Others feared they may pop when people walk by, potentially causing harm, though that's not likely.