Winter weather is hard on cars. The cold temperatures, sand, salt, and general winter grime can cause rust, while scraping snow and ice can scratch the paint. Keeping your car clean throughout the winter will not only make it look good, it will help it last longer.
Wash the Salt Off
Bring your car to a car wash every few weeks in the winter. If the salt stays on the paint and frame, it will cause damage. Just quickly running through the car wash every few weeks will make a huge difference. Make sure to check the temperature before washing to make sure it’s above freezing.
Use Rubber Car Mats
If you have cloth floor mats, you might want to replace them with rubber mats for the winter. The rubber will keep salt and dirt from getting ground into the carpet and permanently staining it. Salt can also soak through the carpet and corrode the floor. Rubber floor mats are a quick and easy solution.
Dry Your Car After Washing
After you wash it, drying your car is always a good idea, but it is essential in the winter. You want to leave the doors open to release any trapped water, so it doesn’t pool inside, and use a cloth to wipe down the outside. This will help to make sure the doors don’t freeze shut if the temperature drops below freezing after you wash the car.
These simple tips for keeping your car clean in the winter will help it look great and last longer.
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