What should be paid attention to when washing a new car?
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When washing a new car, attention should be paid to the washing process, frequency, and environment. The details are as follows: Washing process: The washing process is the most important aspect for car owners to pay attention to. Before washing, rinse the car body with clean water first, as there may be a lot of sand particles on the car body. If washing is done directly, the sand particles may scratch the car paint. Therefore, it is necessary to rinse off the sand particles as much as possible with clean water before applying car wash soap for cleaning. Washing frequency: 2 to 3 days once. As for the washing frequency, generally speaking, it is best to wash the car 2 to 3 times a week. Washing the car too frequently will accelerate paint oxidation. Washing environment: When washing the car, try to choose a windless sunny day and wash the car in a spacious and well-drained carport. Because if there is wind, it will carry dust and pollutants, which will affect the washing effect.
When I first got my new car, I was most afraid of damaging the paint during washing. Remember these three points: First, avoid washing the car under strong sunlight, as water droplets can act like magnifying glasses and quickly cause paint blemishes. Second, don't use dish soap or laundry detergent—these alkaline substances can strip away the factory wax layer; a neutral car wash solution is the safest choice. Third, always keep two separate microfiber towels for drying, and never use the same cloth that wiped the wheels on the car body, as grit can cause scratches that are hard to repair. After each wash, make sure to remove any water trapped in door seams to prevent rust from forming inside. For the first six months, washing your new car twice a month is sufficient—washing it too often can actually harm the paint.
