How Many Years Can Automotive Paint Last?
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Generally, it can last for 5-6 years. Below is relevant information on automotive paint maintenance: 1. Cars do not require frequent repainting. If there are many minor scratches on the body, polishing can be done, which is quick and inexpensive; if the paint damage is significant, then repainting is necessary, which takes longer and is more costly. 2. For the first wash of a new car, it is best to go to an indoor dust-free manual car wash or a well-maintained car wash facility. Some contaminants are not visible to the naked eye, such as tree sap, alkali, acid, and other chemical pollutants, which should be thoroughly removed. Simple detergents cannot remove these contaminants; specialized cleaning clay must be used to wipe them off bit by bit. 3. New cars should not be waxed indiscriminately, as the paint layer of a new car already has a protective wax coating. Waxing too early can remove the original wax on the new car's surface, leading to unnecessary waste. Generally, there is no need to rush to wax a new car within the first three months of purchase. The primary function of waxing is waterproofing and protection against acid rain; car wax reduces the amount of water droplets adhering to the body. Secondly, it protects against high temperatures and UV rays, as the film formed by waxing can reflect some light, effectively preventing paint aging. Additionally, car wax can prevent static electricity and, of course, also prevent dust.
