We've all said it, haven't we?
"Why clean the car when it's only going to get dirty again next time I drive it." Well, yes, and you have a point. However, there are 6 very important reasons why it actually is worth cleaning your car, and especially through the winter months.
1. Smarter Paintwork
Cleaning your car helps remove dirt, dust, and grime that can accumulate on the exterior surfaces. This not only keeps your car looking clean and shiny but also prevents the buildup of corrosive substances that can damage the paint. Which means your car keeps it's value better.
2. Ability to see Hazards
Keep windows and mirrors clean and clear for better visibility especially in bad light and weather conditions. In the winter months, with windows misting up, low light conditions or direct sunlight in your eyes, you need the best visibility your windows will afford.
3. Visibility to others
Similarly, keeping all your lights clean helps ensure headlights work at their best, and rear and indicator lights are visible to other road users. Peering through heavy rain or fog makes it more difficult to see other road users, so always make sure they can see you!
4. Safer Brakes
Keeping wheels clean helps prevent rusting and dirt build up, ensuring brakes work better. If your car arrives home wet, and doesn't go out for a few days, it can be surprising how quickly those dirty discs and break pads can lock up. Add slight rusting into the mix and having your brakes seize whilst driving is highly dangerous.
5. Less muck on Hands
Ok, this is a minor point, but still an inconvenience to many. It goes without saying that cleaning the layer of dirt off your car is going to mean that hands won't get so dirty when opening and closing the boot and bonnet. Or ruin clothes that accidentally brush on the outside while squeezing in because of a tight parking place.
6. Keeping Rust at bay
A build up of salt from winter driving will lead to a greater chance of corrosion and rust, especially where bodywork gets chipped from road debris. Underneath too, especially the exhaust system, will feel the benefit of regular washing off of the salt and muck.
With products at competitive prices, to use both inside and outside your car and to keep it winter ready, why not pop into your local Colour Supplies store. Shown are a selection of car care products you'll find at our Wrexham (Wales), Whitchurch and Oswestry (Shropshire) Home & Garden stores.
Product availability may vary, but was correct at time of article.
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