It is vital to keep you car’s air-conditioning system in optimum shape, for the sake of comfort above all, of course, but also for safe driving, since it has a positive effect on the driver’s reactivity.

In general, you should do a quick check every year, and a complete overhaul every two years, including re-gassing the air-conditioning circuit. Car Manufacturers recommend you recharge your Air Conditioning every 2 years at least by yearly is beneficial

Also, whenever you detect an unusual smell when using the system, if fuel consumption increases significantly, or you notice that it takes longer to cool the interior, go to a specialist First Stop shop, to get the system checked.