How to Clean Asphalt Stains on a Car?
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The method to clean asphalt stains on a car is: 1. Purchase asphalt cleaner and a clean towel; 2. Spray the cleaner 3 to 5 times on the areas of the car body with asphalt stains; 3. Wait for fifteen minutes until the asphalt on the car starts to dissolve; 4. Wet the towel with water, wring it dry, and then wipe off the asphalt that has been sprayed with the cleaner. Methods to maintain car paint are: 1. When washing the car, do it after the engine has cooled down; 2. Reduce exposure of the vehicle to direct sunlight; 3. Clean stains on the car body promptly; 4. After rain, wash the car with clean water to avoid acid rain corrosion; 5. Apply wax or glaze.
Last month when I drove past a newly paved construction site, asphalt splashed onto my hood, which really worried me at the time. I immediately parked the car in a shaded area, grabbed some olive oil from the kitchen, and dripped it onto the stains, letting it soften for about ten minutes. Then, I gently wiped it off with a soft cloth, and most of it came off. If there was any residue left, I would spray some dedicated automotive adhesive remover, scrape it off, and finally rinse it clean with car wash soap and warm water. This method saves time and doesn’t damage the paint. I recommend keeping a bottle of stain remover in the trunk for emergencies like this—don’t delay, as hardened asphalt is much harder to clean. Also, avoid using sharp objects to scrape it off to prevent scratches, since protecting the car’s body is crucial. After this experience, I always avoid parking near construction zones—prevention is better than cure, and maintaining your car well can save a lot of trouble.
