For all its cosy vibes, autumn can put your car through the wringer. Wetter weather means an increase in mud and moisture, while fallen leaves and debris can wreak havoc on interiors and exteriors alike. And that’s before we get to the season of road salt!
So, what should you be looking out for in order to protect your car from the elements this autumn?
Check your wheel arches
This is where excess debris and grit often accumulate first. This is one of the reasons why rust so often begins here. Make sure you are having these cleaned regularly to prevent build-up and possible corrosion.
Remove fallen leaves promptly
It’s easy to assume that wet leaves are soft and therefore can’t do any real damage to your car, but they absolutely can. Wet leaves, if left for any length of time, can cause damage by trapping moisture, staining paintwork and clogging your car’s drainage areas.
When leaves decompose, they can release acids and sap that can also get through your car’s protective coat. Running a car through a regular car wash can drag leaves and debris across paintwork and make things worse, whereas a careful handwash with snowfoam can safely remove them.
Protect your paint work.
Autumn is the ideal time to treat your car to a ceramic or wax coating. Road salt can give your paintwork a real hammering throughout the winter months. Our new car protection detail offers wax or ceramic coating packages, depending on the level of protection you’re after.
A wax coating lends a protective barrier to your paintwork and makes water bead and roll off its surface, while a ceramic coating is more durable and longer lasting.
Specialist valeting can help autumn-proof your car before the cold weather starts setting in. A freshly valeted car is not only more satisfying to drive, but also better protected against the elements.