Does the New Honda Civic Have Rust Issues?
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Honda Civic rust causes and solutions: prolonged exposure to humid environments, coupled with wheel rim scratches and the use of strong acid or alkaline cleaning agents during car washing, lead to oxidation corrosion and subsequent rust formation. Additional information: 1. The Civic sports appearance package includes: 17-inch blackened alloy wheels, center exhaust, red instrument panel, metal pedals, and black exterior trim. Since the official launch of the tenth-generation Civic in 2016, its sharp and sporty design along with powerful acceleration performance quickly won the favor of many young people, earning it the nickname "Ferrari Civic." 2. Powertrain: Equipped with a 1.0T three-cylinder engine and a 1.5T four-cylinder engine, paired with either a 6-speed manual or CVT transmission, with the 1.0T model only available in CVT. Compared to competitors in the same class, the 1.5T plus CVT powertrain offers advantages for both daily commuting and spirited driving, with significant modification potential.
I bought a 10th-gen Civic last year. When I picked up the car, I specifically checked the welding points on the chassis and the edges of the door frames, and they were clean at the time. After driving for almost a year, mostly parked outdoors, I noticed two rust spots the size of a fingernail on the chassis during last month's maintenance. The mechanic said it was due to salt corrosion from not rinsing off the mud properly after washing. Actually, Japanese cars generally have thinner galvanized steel layers, so extra care is needed, especially in coastal cities in the south. It's recommended to rinse the chassis after heavy rain, focusing especially on the areas around the tires and mudguards. If you find rust spots when picking up a new car, just ask the dealership to handle it—don’t believe them if they say it’s normal. My neighbor’s domestic car hasn’t rusted in five years, so it really depends on the manufacturer’s integrity.