Does Snow Damage Car Paint?
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Snow can indeed damage car paint. Here is an introduction to the potential harm snow can cause to car paint: 1. Warm up the car: When you find your car covered with snow after a night, don't rush to drive off. Instead, warm up the car first. The main reason for this is to allow the engine oil to lubricate better, helping the engine reach its optimal state. Additionally, this raises the water temperature, making better use of the heating system. 2. Start slowly: In winter, always start the car slowly and gently. This benefits both the tires and the engine: on one hand, it allows the tires to gradually warm up while they are still relatively hard; on the other hand, it minimizes the load on the engine before it reaches normal operating temperature. 3. Avoid parking on slopes: Owners should avoid parking on slopes and instead choose sunny, dry, and flat locations. Before parking, observe the surroundings and overhead of the intended parking spot: park close to buildings or utility poles to avoid collisions in case of skidding; also, avoid parking under trees or billboards to prevent sudden breakage and damage to the car. 4. Clean promptly: After returning from a snowy outing, promptly remove any snowmelt agents attached to the car body. If cleaning is delayed or incomplete, it can corrode the car's chassis and tires, leading to rust on the chassis and oxidation of the tires, shortening their lifespan.