Keep Your Vehicle Like New with These Easy Steps
One of the best feelings a car owner can have is the satisfaction of keeping their vehicle clean, inside and out. However, that's hard to do when many of us spend significant amounts of our lives in the car: driving to and from work, running errands, and going out for evening or weekend fun. If you have little ones, forget about it. Keeping your car clean can be easy if you practice a little cleaning here and there, instead of waiting to do a big clean up every once in a while. If you’re looking to keep your vehicle in its best shape, check out these simple suggestions from Client.
Tidy Up
Every time you stop and fill up your tank, take the chance to tidy up. While the pump is running, pick up any loose bits of trash that have collected in the floorboards or in the back seat. There’s usually a trash can near the pump, so take advantage of the few minutes it takes to pump your gas by de-cluttering your vehicle. You also have several storage spaces built into your vehicle, so use them to organize any non-trash items sitting in or under the seats.
Keep It Clear
You know what else is usually by the gas pumps? Squeegees. They’re not just fun to say; they also make it easy to keep your vehicle exterior clean. Glass and mirror surfaces are some of the first to show dirt on your vehicle, so use the squeegee to clean the windows on all sides, especially the windshield, and don’t forget the covers for all of the lights. Not only will cleaning these surfaces help keep your ride looking clean, but it can ensure maximum visibility, keeping your ride safe, too.
Bust That Grime
In addition to spot cleaning regularly, it’s a good idea to do a more thorough cleaning every two weeks or so. Keeping your vehicle clean does more than just keep it looking good and smelling fresh, it also keeps it functioning at optimal levels. Environmental residues—like dirt, road salt, oil, and bird droppings— can build up on the exterior over time and cause corrosion to different parts in different ways. Think about all the cars you've seen on the road with rusty fenders. Exterior surface cleaning with high-pressure sprays will help eliminate build up, and protective waxes or other coatings can help mitigate it in the future.
Bust That Dust
The same is true inside the cabin. Dirt, perspiration, food, pollen, and dust can all easily build up on interior surfaces and cause irreversible problems over time, so make sure to regularly clean the upholstery, carpets, and dashboard surfaces. Cracked leather, for example, isn't nearly as comfortable and can be expensive to replace. Be sure to keep the vents clean to protect the climate control system from debris that can be harmful to both your breathing and the mechanics of your air conditioning.
Press the Reset Button
Finally, a full detailing service can help refresh your vehicle like it just rolled off the factory floor. Having a detailing service once a year can remind you of why you fell in love with your car in the first place, and it can even lengthen the life of your car. Professional auto detailers will go to great lengths to get in places that most people cannot. You’ll be amazed at the difference.
Keeping your car clean may take a little bit of work on your part, but it will have noticeable effects in increasing the longevity of your vehicle’s life on the road. The talented Service Department here at Client can help you keep your ride in top-notch condition. Schedule your service online, and our highly trained, factory-certified technicians will always make sure that your vehicle is repaired in accordance with the highest manufacturer standards.