I never understood why anyone in the sunny Southwest would buy a black car or truck, but some do. They're looking cool while being hot—and not in a good way.
Oh, it's the same as the recent arguments for white roofs on houses. I don't buy it--dark/black absorbs better than light/white, but it also radiates better. On balance, I'd say there's zero advantage.
Oh, it's the same as the recent arguments for white roofs on houses. I don't buy it--dark/black absorbs better than light/white, but it also radiates better. On balance, I'd say there's zero advantage.
ReplyDeleteI think you are leaving out the human need to cool down without waiting for the black car to radiate on its own.
ReplyDeleteRecent radio broadcast. (I don't remember by who)
ReplyDeletewhite is the most produced color of automotive paint. According to automotive paint manufacturers.