Will a Car Get Damaged If Left Outside in the Rain?

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SanPaige
07/29/25 3:52pm
Prolonged exposure to rain can corrode the car's paint and electrical circuits. Extended information on vehicle maintenance is as follows: 1. After a car gets wet in the rain, it needs to be washed immediately: The reality is that rainwater is acidic and can erode the car. Rainwater also contains many impurities. Therefore, car owners must remember to wash their cars again after they have been exposed to rain. 2. Do not leave the car in direct sunlight after washing: If the temperature exceeds 35 degrees Celsius, leaving a car with water droplets in direct sunlight can cause the high temperature to burn the paint. Therefore, it is recommended to wash the car in the morning or evening during summer. 3. Do not use laundry detergent or dish soap as car wash liquid: Avoid using laundry detergent or dish soap as substitutes for car wash liquid. Long-term use of such cleaning products can corrode the car's paint and cause it to lose its shine. 4. Pay attention to cleaning details: When washing the car yourself, areas such as the chassis, windshield wipers, and window gaps often accumulate dust, impurities, and leaf debris. Use specialized cleaning agents on these stains, let them soften, and then wipe them away.
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