Q: Isn't rain a natural, cost-effective car wash?
A: No. Rain and snow contain dirt and pollutants from
the air (acid rain) that can eat your car's finish. After acid
rain falls on your vehicle, the water evaporates, leaving a film
of acid. Concentrated by sunlight, this acid can become so strong
that it will "eat" through your car's finish, ruining
the paint and appearance.
Q: If my car has a high gloss clear coat finish, do I still
need to wax it?
A: Yes. Most new cars have a clear coat finish, however
this can be easily damaged by acid rain. Even with minimal time
outdoors, any clear coat finish will begin to deteriorate after
two years. The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays, salt and road grime
also damage cars. Wax is an effective and efficient way to shine
and protect your car's finish. It is recommended that a car receive
a car wash wash & wax at least once or twice a month.
Q: Isn't washing my car in my driveway better for my car and
safer for the environment? A: No. Dirt that collects
in wash water, sponges and chamois will scratch your car's finish.
The technology used today at professional car washes will not
scratch or create "swirl" marks on your car. Not only
is a professional car wash safer for your car, many of them only
use half as much water than a driveway wash, and use biodegradable
cleaning solutions to further protect the environment. Also,
dirty water used by professional car washes is disposed of properly.
Water from driveway washes end up in storm drains, which can
pollute lakes, rivers and streams.
Q: What if I don't have the time or money to wash and
wax my car regularly?
A: To maintain the value of your vehicle, you can't afford
not to professionally keep your car's appearance looking its
best. If you compare a professional car wash to a driveway wash
- factoring in cleaners, waxes and water use - you will find
that a professional car wash is not significantly more expensive
than washing it yourself. Furthermore, most professional car
washes take less than half the time of the typical driveway wash.
Keep in mind that washing your vehicle should be part or your
preventitive maintenance.
Q: Is my car likely to be damaged by using a professional
car wash?
A: No. Professional car washes utilize an effective
mix of soft cloths and/or water pressure to clean cars without
damaging them. A tiny fraction of all cars professionally washed
incur damage each year, which may stem from defects in manufacturing
design or construction. |
