Does a car cover damage the car paint?

[Clyde]

Car covers can damage the car paint. A car cover consists of three parts: the cover body, the buckle straps, and the spring hooks. The front buckle strap is closed, and it is put on from the head when in use. The rear buckle strap is open and fixed to the rear of the car with a latch (or other locks), which cannot be removed without a dedicated key. Then, the spring hooks on both sides of the cover are hooked under the car's edge to firmly secure the cover to the car body. Reasons why car covers can damage the car paint: When the car is in use, the paint surface is exposed daily to dust, mud, tree sap, and flying sand. If a car cover is used directly when parking, the dirt attached to the car body will rub against the paint surface as the cover is put on, potentially scratching the paint. Additionally, since most car covers today have a flannel-treated inner side, dirt from the car paint will also stick to the cover. Over time, this will make the cover dirty, causing even more damage to the car paint. Standards for choosing a car cover: Check the inner material of the cover: Choose a cotton-lined material, as cotton-lined covers can relatively reduce paint scratches caused by movement. Purchase according to your car model and year: The size of the cover must be appropriate. If the cover is too large, it will fit loosely on the car body and may blow away in the wind. Ensure the cover has waterproof functionality: Some small manufacturers use single-thread stitching with large stitches to save time and effort, significantly reducing waterproof effectiveness. Check if it is labeled as flame-retardant material.