Our vehicle’s paint has a razor-thin layer of clear coat that can easily be scratched by dirt that gets trapped in a brush or sponge. These scratches continue to accumulate over time and eventually, they become very visible, specially in direct sun light.
Automatic Car Washes
The large brushes slapping your vehicle, accumulate dirt from every vehicle. The trapped dirt on those brushes acts like sandpaper to your car’s finish. Touchless car washes cause less damage, but the high pressure can also push dirt into your paint. These car washes also cause scratches.
Leaning Up Against Your Vehicle Or Letting Someone Lean Against Your Vehicle
This can cause light clear scratches. Sometimes we don’t realize this and we lean on our vehicles when we’re waiting or talking to someone. Placing items on your vehicle can also cause scratches that you may not see until you wash your vehicle.
Natural Elements & Road Debris
Unfortunately, there’s not much that we can do about harsh weather or road debri. You can pay close attention while driving to stay far back from large vehicles. You can also get a Paint Protection Film installed on your Vehicle. This will help prevent paint chips and scratches caused by road debris. Conclusion, now that you know why your vehicle ends up with fine scratches, you can take measures to avoid it as much as possible.
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