Recently we had the opportunity to connect with Mitch at Alan’s Factory Outlet regarding a project they did on 15 elements and hazards that can damage your car and ways that you can help prevent it. Some of these elements are completely unavoidable, which is why we take steps like suggesting how to seal your frame from rust and washing and waxing your car. Taking steps to store your car when possible in shelters like garages or custom built carports will do wonders to help combat contaminants from eating away your paint.
The 15 elements and hazards that can damage your car and how to prevent them guide below will help answer the following frequently asked questions:
• When should I wax my car to best protect it?
• How often should I wax my car?
• How often should I wash my car when there is salt on the road?
• Does oil underspray help prevent rust?
• Do I need to get a car wash after it rains?
• What is the best way to shelter my car?
• I have sap on my car, what do I do?
• How do I remove tree sap from my paint?
• Is parking in the sun bad for my car?
• Where did this mold come from on my car?
• Do bird droppings damage my cars paint?
• Is salt water bad for my vehicle?
• Can sand damage my car?
• How much can weather damage my car?
• I have tar on my car, how do I remove it?
• What is the best way to remove tar from car paint?
• Do I need to change my car’s air filter and cabin filter
We’d like to thank Mitch and his team at Alan’s Factory Outlet for taking the time to come up with this infographic and sharing it with us! We hope that you can use it as a quick guide to helping you keep your car looking brand new. Remember, it is never too late to change old habits and work towards keeping your car clean. As always, if you found this information helpful, please share it with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and other social media platforms!