Can 4S shops wash cars for free?
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4S shops can wash cars for free, but they do not provide car washing services, and only wash cars when performing maintenance. More information about car washing is as follows: 1. Function: Car washing can make the vehicle clean and more pleasant to look at. 2. Car washing can protect the paint: Moderate car washing can protect the vehicle's protective paint from damage. The air contains acidic substances, which will adhere to the car after rain or snow, and if not removed for a long time, they will corrode the paint. 3. Wash the car every 2 weeks on average: Since the parking environment of each car is different, some cars are basically parked in underground garages except for driving on the road, and may still be very clean after a month in good weather. Many cars are parked outdoors, and a layer of dust will accumulate on the car in a week. Therefore, the frequency of car washing will definitely vary depending on the vehicle.
With years of driving experience and multiple visits to various 4S shops, I've found that free car washes are quite common, but it depends on specific policies and occasions. Generally, after completing maintenance or repairs at the shop, they offer free car washes as a value-added service—for instance, when changing the oil or brake pads, they include a complimentary wash, saving me the 20-plus yuan I'd spend at an external car wash. The benefits are convenience and efficiency, as their car wash equipment is often professional, resulting in a cleaner wash. The downside is that during peak hours, you might have to wait in line for a while. I recommend proactively asking the service advisor when scheduling maintenance to confirm if it's free. Some shops only offer it at specific times or for certain models, so checking in advance can prevent disappointment. Expanding to overall car maintenance, free car washes are a small trick 4S shops use to attract repeat customers, helping to maintain the car's fresh look.
