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What are the advantages and disadvantages of waxing a car?

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DiOwen
07/29/25 11:52pm
Here are the benefits of car waxing: 1. Polishing effect: Polishing is the most basic function of car wax. After waxing, the vehicle's surface brightness improves, restoring the body's original luster. 2. Waterproof and acid rain protection: Due to the protection of car wax, the amount of water droplets adhering to the car body is significantly reduced. 3. High-temperature resistance: Since cars are exposed to high temperatures and sunlight year-round, the paint is prone to aging and fading. The film formed by waxing can effectively reflect light, preventing incident light from causing the paint or base coat to age and fade. 4. Anti-static effect: Static electricity in cars comes from interior fabrics and friction between airborne dust and the car body during driving. Static electricity often causes many inconveniences, and car wax effectively blocks dust from the car body, reducing static electricity generation. 5. UV protection: The UV protection effect of car wax works in parallel with its high-temperature resistance. Due to the nature of UV light, it easily refracts into the paint surface. UV-protective car wax fully considers this characteristic, minimizing damage to the car's surface. 6. Polishing and buffing effect: When shallow scratches appear on the paint surface, polishing wax can be used without damaging the paint. Here are the disadvantages of car waxing: 1. Product damage: There are many types of car wax on the market with varying performance, and improper selection or use of inferior wax can damage the paint. 2. Paint surface wear: Due to its polishing effect, improper operation or repeated polishing can easily wear the paint surface. 3. Staining: Under high temperatures and prolonged engine operation, car wax can melt and easily attract dust and stains.
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