Don't leave your smartphone or deodorant in the car if it's hot

Once temperatures soar past 50°C, flammable liquids or gases can cause explosions, so make sure you don't have any deodorant spray, disinfectant, antifreeze or cleaning products lying around in your car. Photo: dpa

Cars can become deadly in hot weather, for children and pets but also for your smartphone, electronic devices as well as any pressurised containers left behind.

Once temperatures soar past 50°C, flammable liquids or gases can cause explosions, so try and make sure you don't have any bottles or canisters lying around in the car, is the tip from the Auto Club Europe (ACE).