Posted on 27April2020

We understand that seeing white smoke coming from your vehicle's exhaust pipe can be a cause for concern. It definitely doesn't seem to be normal and you haven't seen it happen before - so what does it indicate? Your vehicle's exhaust pipe is where your vehicle's fumes are released. White smoke is not typical, however it doesn't necessarily always point to a major issue. Let's take a look at some of the common causes of white exhaust smoke and what steps you should take next. Common causes for white exhaust smoke include: Condensation - if it happens to be a cold day and you only see the "white" smoke upon vehicle start-up, you may just be seeing steam from condensation. If this is the case, the smoke will clear quickly and you won't have any other symptoms. Coolant Leak - a coolant leak is a typical cause of white exhaust smoke. If there is a coolant leak, you may ... read more