Winter can be a hassle. It is fun to see all the snow and holiday displays, but driving through it all doesn’t seem very fun. The magic of winter can quickly disappear once you get a driver’s license. There are so many things to think about and stay on top of in the winter.

Most people get used to driving in the winter, though. It becomes second nature after a while. Sometimes it can become so second nature that there are things you forget about. When is the last time you had your car washed? If you go the entire winter without getting a car wash, then you might be doing harm to your car.

Why Wash Your Car in Winter

It’s hard to undersell how important washing your car is. A good, clean car has a lot of benefits to it. The first benefit being that it looks good when it is clean. A car wash will also get rid of any dirt and debris that might be negatively affecting the look of your car. If you put a layer of wax on your car after a wash, then you are helping to protect it even longer.

This cleansing is especially important in the winter. Snow and ice will cling to your car, but so will the road salt used to treat the ice. Salt can slowly eat away at your paint and underbody causing it to rust faster. This is why it is so important to get your car washed every so often during the winter, especially the underbody. A good coat of wax will help even more in the winter as it can prevent salt from getting in deep into your paint.

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Car Service in Listowel, ON

You can schedule an appointment for service at Stop 23 if your car has already felt the effects of winter. If you have any questions, then please give us a call and we’ll be happy to help however we can.