Don't forget to wash your car

Washing your car may seem like a simple task, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you're doing it the right way. Oftentimes, we forget about the small things in life, such as shining your shoes, cleaning your computer or in this case, washing your car. That's why it's important to take the time to do it properly.

First, make sure to use a quality soap formulated for washing vehicles. Avoid using Dawn dish soap and opt for something like my favorite, McGuire's wash and wax. Here's a link to Amazon for reference: https://amzn.to/3wcHsSC. To begin, it's best to rinse down your car with the water hose. After, you'll need two buckets. Be sure to clean them out before use as dirt and dust can settle in them when they've been sitting for some time. Next, fill one bucket with soap and water, and the other with just water.

When washing your vehicle, it's important to use straight lines following the contour of your vehicle to reduce the visibility of micro scratches caused by washing. Start by putting the recommended amount of soap in the bucket, and fill it with water until you get the desired amount of suds. Use a basic microfiber wash mitt (https://amzn.to/3QQxRKL), and begin by rinsing off your vehicle to get any loose debris off before you begin the washing process. Don't forget the wheel wells, and start by washing from the top down, breaking the car down into sections. Oftentimes, brake dust accumulates on the rims, so to do a thorough job, you'll need to utilize a wheel cleaner and a scrubber to get into the crevices (https://amzn.to/3GRx9sf). You can also consider using a brake dust eraser as I've heard that some people find its use favorable.

As you wash, keep an eye on the soap and make sure it's not beginning to dry on the vehicle. After completing a section, rinse it and give your mitt another dip in the bucket before proceeding to the next section. After washing, use a chamois and a spray-on wax to leave a light coat of wax as you dry and protect your car (https://amzn.to/3WdEyb3 and https://amzn.to/3XCR7O9). Finish off the look with some tire shine, but make sure the tires are completely dry before applying it.

A lot of people forgo waxing their car, but I believe this to be a huge mistake. Waxing your car is beneficial because it creates a protective barrier on the paint that can help protect it from various environmental factors such as UV rays, dust, and dirt. Additionally, waxing your car can also enhance its shine, making it look newer and more vibrant. When you wax your car, the wax creates a barrier on the paint that helps to protect it from the elements. This barrier helps to prevent UV rays from fading the paint, dirt and dust from sticking to the surface, and even acid rain from etching the paint. Additionally, waxing your car can also help to fill in minor imperfections in the paint, making it look smoother and more polished. Another important thing that waxing does is that it increases the water repellence of the paint which helps to prevent water spots and water stains from forming.

In conclusion, if you want your car to take care of you, then you should take care of it. The easiest way you can do is so by keeping your paint looking the best it can with a meticulous cleansing and by avoiding taking your car through the car wash as even touchless ones use harsh chemicals that can strip the wax and protective layer from your paint.