Does prolonged exposure to sunlight affect car paint?

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Edmund
07/29/25 2:48pm
Prolonged exposure to sunlight can indeed have negative effects on your vehicle. Here are the specific impacts: 1. Leather aging: Extended sun exposure causes heating of leather components like seats and dashboard, accelerating their aging process. It also leads to tire deterioration as rubber products degrade faster under high temperatures. 2. Prevention measures: Installing a sunshade on the windshield can effectively block direct sunlight from reaching the dashboard. Continuous sun exposure will cause the car's paint to fade and lose luster. Whenever possible, parking in an underground garage is highly recommended.
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