There’s nothing like rolling away from the dealership in a flawless looking car. But unless properly maintained, the exterior can become scratched, damaged, or otherwise lose some of its luster throughout its life. This is why protecting your car with wax is important. But you might be asking yourself, how often should I wax my Ford?
How often should I wax my Ford?
Weather conditions and different climates help determine how often a car should be waxed. Generally, you can probably get away with doing it twice a year — one before winter and once again in spring/summer. That said, we recommend doing it around four times a year for the best protection.
Why do I need to wax my car?
Wax will help your vehicle keep it’s color and shine, but will also help protect against things like salt, dirt, rain, bugs, and bird droppings that all build up tiny abrasions and damage your paint in the long-term. The wax adds a temporary layer above the paint that takes all of the damage before it ever reaches the car’s paint.
Should I wax a new car?
You may have heard that you shouldn’t wax a brand new car. This is, in almost all situations, false. Waxing over a paint job before it has properly cured can cause damage. Factory paint is applied under conditions that allow it to cure well before it ever hits the lot. Wax will just help maintain your car’s exterior quality. If you’ve had a car repainted, then you’ll likely need to wait on the wax.
Car waxing tips
You should always wash and dry your vehicle before applying a coat of wax. You’ll also want to try and stay out of the sun while doing these, since you don’t want the wax to prematurely dry while you’re working it in. There’s many different products and techniques, so be sure to do your research before using a product that could potentially damage your vehicle. It’s also advised to use the right gear, like a buffing sponge or non-abrasive cloth.
Keeping your car maintained and properly serviced is the best way to guarantee that it keeps running, or has a high resale value. Stop by our technicians at our service center or body shop to have your vehicle looked at by qualified professionals.
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