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Driving with the windows down and AC off at lower speeds is more fuel efficient. At higher speeds(45+), having the windows down will create more drag and it is more efficient to have the windows up with the AC on.

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Q: Does running air conditioner burn more gas?
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Does running the air conditioner in your car waste gas?

You will use more gas when your air conditioner is running.


Do you burn more gas with your air conditioner on?

Do you burn gas when you run your air conditioning in your cae


Does a vehicle burn more fuel with the air condition unit on?

A vehicle does not burn anymore fuel when operating with the air conditioner unit or off as it does not burn more fuel when operating with the heater on.


Will running an air conditioner on fan only cost as much as running on cool?

No. Running an air conditioner on fan does not cost as much as running on cool.


Does running the heater in the car burn gas?

No. A car heater gets its heat from the motor and uses no extra gas at all, unlike a car's air conditioner which does use more gas.


If i turn on the air conditioner in my car will it burn more gas?

no, it just uses your car battery


Will running an frozen air conditioner cause damage?

More than likely yes.


Should I turn off humidifier when running air conditioner?

Running an air conditioner cools the air but also removes moisture from the air possibly making it feel dry and uncomfortable. It may then help to run a humidifier to add a little moisture to the air to make it more comfortable.


Does your air conditioner need freon if it is blowing hot air?

More than likely. Ensure the outdoor unit is running and that the compressor is running. Also check your filter.


Why is the humidity in the room when air conditioner is running?

When an air conditioner runs, it removes heat and moisture from the air to cool the room. As a result, the humidity in the room decreases because the air conditioner is extracting moisture along with heat to create a more comfortable environment.


Would an air conditioner that runs on 220v cool better than an air conditioner running on 115v if they both have the same btu?

no but it will save on your power bill since the 220 is more efficent


Is it possible to have freon in vapor form in an air conditioner that is not running?

Depending on the the out side temperature even when the air conditioner sits idle, the refrigerant inside the air conditioner is changing from a liquid to a vapor .