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Beach Bound: Cleaning and Protecting Your Car from Sand and Saltwater

Beach Bound: Cleaning and Protecting Your Car from Sand and Saltwater

Spending time at the beach is a great way to enjoy summer. It may be enjoyable and adventurous but may harm your car. If you don't clean sand and saltwater properly from your car, you may have problems. How To Clean Your Car A clean car is essential to avoid potential damage from sand clogs. You can get rid of salt water and sand from your car in the following ways: 1. Rinse Thoroughly It's essential to rinse off accumulated sand or saltwater from your car immediately after spending time at the beach. A pressure washer or hosepipe can help you clean effectively. When spraying water, focus on the undercarriage, wheel wells, and grille. These areas accumulate sand easily. 2. Hand Wash Carefully Once rinsed off, hand wash your car using a mild detergent designed for automotive use. Avoid using household detergents as they can strip away protective coatings on your vehicle's paintwork. 3. Don't Forget About the Undercarriage Saltwater can cause corrosion in metal co ... read more

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