Winter weather is here, and you’ve hopefully
prepped and stocked up your car safety kit. What do you do to protect your
vehicle during the winter?
During the winter you’ll notice people are
rather diligent to wash their vehicles regularly. Removing dirt, ice, and salt
build up from your vehicle can prevent potential damage that they may cause.
You might opt to hand wash your vehicle at the
car wash which might be quicker -- but remember, you have to endure rather
unfavorable conditions. We wouldn’t recommend washing your vehicle at home in
the winter as temperatures can quickly drop below freezing and then you’ll have
to deal with an ice covered driveway.
Instead, we recommend taking advantage of the
automatic car wash during the winter season. Although it’s a bit pricier than
the DIY method, it is more thorough and will save you money in the long run.
Another great benefit about making use of the
automatic car wash is that many offer an underbody cleaning feature as well,
which will help to remove the salt and dirt from those hard to reach but
crucial areas. Using this feature will also help mitigate rust, which is not
only helpful in the winter, but all year-round. The salt used on NY roads in
the wintertime can lead to corrosion of important parts including; your
vehicle’s exhaust and braking systems, its frame, muffler, suspension,
and more. PRO TIP: The underbody
cleaning will typically start as you begin to drive into the wash. Drive very
slowly to get a thorough cleaning and make the most of the feature.
Depending on the weather conditions and how
dirty your vehicle is, it is recommended to wash your vehicle every week or
two, and keep items like de-icer, winter windshield washer fluid, and a snow
brush in your vehicle at all times.
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