A regular car wash helps your car keep that shiny, brand new look. But it doesn’t just provide cosmetic benefits; it’s also beneficial for maintaining your vehicle. Below, the experts at Collision Masters in Fairbanks, AK, share three reasons you should make regular car washing a part of your vehicle maintenance schedule.

Top 3 Reasons You Need a Regular Car Wash

Preserve Paint Finish

Regular car washes protect the finish of your car by removing dirt from the body of the vehicle.  A buildup of dust and dirt on your car will slowly scratch the paint. Left unattended, these scratches may rust and corrode your paint’s finish and the metal chassis. Once your car reaches this point, a simple car wash won't do.  You’ll have to pay good money for buffing or a new paint job to get it looking pretty again.  

Drive More Safely

Keeping your car clean promotes safe driving.  A dirty windshield is a safety hazard for you and everyone around you.  With limited visibility, you’ll have a difficult time safely navigating the roads.  To make matters worse, allowing dirt to accumulate on your windshield can lead to a buildup of grime that may become harder to clean over time. Routine car cleaning will keep your windshield at peak visibility.  

Protect Resale Value

A pretty exterior won’t help you resell the car if the interior is messy, dirty, or reeking of strong odors.  In fact, a dirty car may decrease the value of your car.  Prospective buyers may see a messy interior as a sign that you haven’t been maintaining the car. Routine car washes will put you in the habit of keeping your car clean, inside and out. 

You can keep your car looking and performing its best with regular car washing.  If you are looking to maintain that “fresh off the lot” look for your vehicle, let the professionals at Collision Masters give your car the royal treatment with their Detail For Life program. Call them at (907) 451-8456 to schedule an appointment.  You can also visit them online for more information about their services.