Driving School's Fuel Tank Warning Ignites Heated Debate Among Car Owners

Madrid, Spain A recent video released by "Autoescuela Merinero," a driving school with five decades of experience, has ignited a debate online regarding car refueling practices. In the video, an instructor advises drivers against overfilling their vehicle's fuel tank, specifically cautioning against continuing to pump fuel after the nozzle's automatic shut-off. According to the instructor, exceeding the tank's capacity can lead to damage in the car's vapor recovery system. Furthermore, he highlighted that in high temperatures, overfilled tanks could experience increased pressure, potentially causing fuel spillage. "Combustibles are flammable, and with high temperatures, there's even a risk of explosion," the instructor stated, acknowledging that such incidents are rare but possible. He urged drivers to stop refueling immediately once the pump clicks off. The video has garnered significant attention, accumulating over 260,000 views and thousands of interactions. However, the advice has been met with skepticism in the comments section. Numerous viewers challenged the instructor's claims, arguing that modern vehicle fuel systems are designed with mechanisms, such as ventilation in the fuel cap and EVAP systems, to manage pressure and prevent such extreme outcomes. One commenter wrote, "Totally false data, besides, gasoline doesn't burn from high temperature, it only burns if there's a spark." Another added, "The fuel cap has a system for expelling those gases." The discussion underscores a public interest in vehicle maintenance and safety, alongside a critical evaluation of information shared on social media platforms.

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