4 Things to Know About Leaving a Cooler in a Hot Car

A cooler slows heat transfer, it doesn’t stop it In a car that hits 130-140°F on a summer day, even a high-end rotomolded cooler will eventually equalize with the outside temperature.

Ice melts faster than you expect Food that sits above 40°F for more than two hours is unsafe to eat.

If you must leave it, take precautions Use a ton of ice, keep the cooler out of direct sunlight, and crack the windows. You’re still racing the clock.

The best move is to not leave it at all Bring the cooler inside or take it home. A few minutes of inconvenience beats food poisoning.