Does EasyJet Automatic Car Wash Damage Cars?
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After the launch of EasyJet's automatic car wash and free car wash services, some automatic car wash machines use plastic brushes, which can easily cause damage to the car. The operation process of automatic car wash machines: Automatic car wash machines are controlled by computer programs, and EasyJet's automatic car wash machines only have washing and drying functions. Damage caused by automatic car wash machines to cars: The repeated use of brushes in automatic car wash machines can cause significant damage to the car's paint. When a car is driven, it rubs against the air, and when parked, a thick layer of dust accumulates on the car. Over time, this dust becomes difficult to clean and forms a film. High-pressure water guns cannot remove this film, but brushes can scrape it off. Although modern brushes are made of high-performance materials and do not cause much harm to the car, the brushes in free automatic car wash machines often lack maintenance and can accumulate dirt easily. During the washing process, these contaminants can cause some damage to the car's paint.
I've been driving for over ten years and feel that automatic car washes can indeed potentially damage the car, especially those with hard brushes that can easily scratch the paint surface. I've seen fine scratches appear on a friend's car after visiting a car wash. Yijie Car Wash might use soft brushes or touchless methods to reduce this risk, but if the equipment is old or poorly maintained, high-pressure water jets with excessive force could impact gaps around headlights or rubber seals, potentially causing leaks or rust over time. Additionally, the chemicals in car wash detergents might strip away the protective wax layer, causing the paint to age and fade faster. To minimize risks, I always rinse the car body before entering the wash to remove surface dust and grit, preventing scratches. In the long run, I prefer hand washing or professional touchless services to preserve my car's value—after all, the paintwork is the car's face, and any damage is hard to repair.
