Can You Wash Your Car After Highway Driving?

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StMax
07/30/25 12:00am
You can wash your car after highway driving. The precautions for car washing are: 1. Avoid using alkaline substances like laundry detergent or dish soap to wash the car; 2. Rinse the vehicle promptly after rain or snow; 3. Avoid washing the car under direct sunlight; 4. Use a dedicated car wash cloth to wipe from top to bottom along the direction of water flow; 5. Wash the car after the engine has cooled down. The steps for car washing are: 1. Park the car in an open area, turn off the engine, and shut down all in-car equipment; 2. Prepare the car wash detergent; 3. Use a water gun to wet the entire surface of the car body; 4. You can use a high-pressure water gun to rinse the wheels and the bumpers on both sides; 5. Apply the cleaner evenly on the car's surface using a sponge or microfiber cloth; 6. Rinse off the foam and dirty water from the car body with a water gun; 7. Dry the car body with a car wash cloth.
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