Eli5: How does a thermometer on a car work?

Question

I can’t think of a location within the bodywork of a car that would provide accurate data considering wind-chill when it’s moving, excessive heat from either the engine, or stationary in the sun.

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Answer 1

Generally, its located at the front, near the bottom. It can be influenced by the hear radiated from the road itself, so they are not super accurate and can run a few degrees higher than the actual temp