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Weatherization Tips For Your Car To Keep It Looking Good & Running Smooth

Weatherize Your Car Today

With the new year well underway and winter in full swing you need to ensure that your ride stays safe, and protected from the harsh winter elements. So we polled a few blogs and gathered what we feel is some of the best weatherization tips around.

Winter is harsh and if you are in a snow covered area then road salts and minerals, deicing chemicals are all threats to your cars finish. If you leave your car parked outside then you have to worry about the snowplows pushing all of these harsh chemicals and minerals onto your car.

If you plan on leaving your car outside then you need a good winter proof car cover to protect your car from these chemicals and the harshest of elements. The cover should also have these characteristics...

  • Superior Dry Time
  • Breathable
  • UV-Resistant
  • Scratch-proof
  • Durable
  • Easy Care

As for your car you should take precautions to care for your car during the cold winter months.

The following information on preparing the exterior of your car for winter developed from a conversation between Kim, our Webmaster and Lane, the Master Detailer. Included is information about:Professional detailing not only restores the sparkle and shine that gives your car that brand new look, it also serves to preserve that glossy finish. During the winter months, it is essential to protect your car from the elements. The cold temperatures, the snow, the ice and the road salt all play a role in threatening the paint. Here is another great set of weatherization tips from AutoGeek.com
  • Protecting & Sealing Your Car's Paint And Clear Coat
  • Making Water Bead on & Keeping Your Windshield Cleaner
  • Cleaning, Protecting & Sealing Your Wheels & Tires Against Winter Damage
  • Brightening Your Automotive Finish
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Where a car sleeps decides what wears it down. Tap your spot and we'll name the cover we'd pick, and why.

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Our pick for full sun

AllGuard Weatherproof Max

We match it to cars that bake outside: its UV treatment coating helps the fabric hold up through a summer parked out. Read why

  • Water-resistant, UV-treated outer with a microporous film
  • Soft fleece liner against the paint
  • Elastic front and rear hems

From $169.99car sizes; trucks and SUVs vary

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  • If we don’t get it right, we’ll make it right.
  • AllGuard™ Protection Warranty included
  • Free shipping to the contiguous U.S. and Canada
  • 30-day returns

Also consider Platinum Shield, from $199.99for snow, storms and damp

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