Why detail your car in the winter?

Winter also means weather. This is the kind that makes life harder. Winter can make everything more difficult. Your car is your best friend in this harsh environment.

Simply put, if your car isn't prepared for winter, it increases the chance of it getting sand/salt damaged or even rust.

The threat of snow and ice is real, but the biggest factor that could cause serious damage to your car during the winter months is road salt. Road salt can be very damaging.

Some countries in the US experienced a particularly severe winter last year, so US officials applied 17 million tonnes of salt to roads all across the country. However, this reduces the possibility of a crash but has some adverse side effects. Salt is a corrosive ingredient, and prolonged exposure to it can have serious, long-lasting consequences.

Rust is the biggest danger.

The same mechanism that allows the salt to mix water to lower its freezing temperature - the entire reason for salt being spread on roads - also means that salt exposure can lead to moisture accumulation under your car. Long-term salt exposure can lead to serious problems for your car's underside as well as its body.

This is why it is important to plan ahead and take steps to prevent damage from happening. Plan ahead. You can think ahead and prepare by coating your car with wax sealant.

Our Auto Detailing is available to provide advice and assistance. A high-quality synthetic polymer sealant or a high-grade natural carnauba oil will keep your car safe from any corrosion or rusting.

The most susceptible to damage is the undercarriage, particularly the fuel and brake lines. They could get corroded and make your car unsafe to drive.

This is why the undercarriage should be given special attention when sealing. You should also visit a professional detailer to do this whenever you can.

But this is only one step in the entire process. It is crucial to clean your car well before waxing and that it is maintained in good condition throughout winter. Many car washes located in the "snowbelt" offer steam washing and undercarriage cleaning, but it's better to return the detailer to which you applied the wax, if at all possible.