Parking Under A Tree - trees produce sap and can drop twigs or branches on your car on a windy day. Your best defense is to make sure the paint is waxed. If you find tree sap on your paint, get some bug and tar remover from your auto parts store to dissolve it. Then, rinse and wax the area again to remove any residue.
Another Hazard From Above - when a bird mistakes your vehicle for a giant portable toilet, the best thing you can do is remove it quickly. A wet cloth will usually do the trick, but be careful to wipe with a lifting motion so that you don't grind it into the paint.
At The Gas Pump - spilled gasoline isn't just a safety hazard, it can cause long-term harm to your paint. To prevent stains and rust, avoid topping off your tank, and clean up any accidental drips immediately.
Someone With A Bad Sense of Humor - Using your finger as a writing utensil to draw "Wash Me Plz" in dirt isn't as harmless as you think. Dirt can act as sandpaper when dragged across your vehicle's paint, leaving the writer's message behind permanently. To avoid this: get your car washed frequently to eliminate abrasive dirt from your car's surface. Light scratches can sometimes be removed with polish or scratch remover after the car is clean.
High Speed Bug Collisions - bugs can make your paint its final resting place. They are extremely acidic, and not easy to remove. After hitting the highway, get a car wash. For the most stubborn guts, use bug and tar remover as soon as possible.
Washing Your Car - using dirty sponges or towels can do more harm than good. Some older automatic car washes still use abrasive brushes rather than a soft cloth, which can scratch the paint. Another safe bet is a "touchless" car wash that uses high pressure water jets to clean your car.
Another Hazard From Above - when a bird mistakes your vehicle for a giant portable toilet, the best thing you can do is remove it quickly. A wet cloth will usually do the trick, but be careful to wipe with a lifting motion so that you don't grind it into the paint.
At The Gas Pump - spilled gasoline isn't just a safety hazard, it can cause long-term harm to your paint. To prevent stains and rust, avoid topping off your tank, and clean up any accidental drips immediately.
Someone With A Bad Sense of Humor - Using your finger as a writing utensil to draw "Wash Me Plz" in dirt isn't as harmless as you think. Dirt can act as sandpaper when dragged across your vehicle's paint, leaving the writer's message behind permanently. To avoid this: get your car washed frequently to eliminate abrasive dirt from your car's surface. Light scratches can sometimes be removed with polish or scratch remover after the car is clean.
High Speed Bug Collisions - bugs can make your paint its final resting place. They are extremely acidic, and not easy to remove. After hitting the highway, get a car wash. For the most stubborn guts, use bug and tar remover as soon as possible.
Washing Your Car - using dirty sponges or towels can do more harm than good. Some older automatic car washes still use abrasive brushes rather than a soft cloth, which can scratch the paint. Another safe bet is a "touchless" car wash that uses high pressure water jets to clean your car.
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