How to Wash Your Car in Winter

Washing Your Car in Winter

It's still important--if not more important--to wash your car on a regular basis, even in the winter. Salt, dirt, snow and other debris can get on your car, wearing away at your car's enamel and paint. This can easily lead to rust.

Things You'll Need

• Dry towels
• Lock de-icer

Instructions

1. Pull your car up to the automatic car wash and make your payment. You might have to pay an attendant or a machine. Both should take cash, credit or debit. Instead of basic, choose premium. Get the most wash for your dollar.

2. Put your car in Neutral and allow the automatic car wash to do its job. Follow the instructions that should be in clear sight.

3. After you are out of the car wash, dry your car. Bring along some towels made specifically for cars. You can find these at your car parts store.

4. Bring a de-icer with you and keep it in your pocket or purse at all times during the winter. You can also get this at your car parts store. Washing your car in the winter can trap water inside the doors, and it can freeze. If you find your door handles or locks are frozen, just spray some of the de-icer onto it and it should melt it away.

Tips & Warnings

• Use an automatic car wash in the winter.