There are often things we overlook in our lives.  Things that we just don’t think about on daily bases.  Washing your car regularly is one of those things. One of the reasons we often do not think about washing our car regularly is because we don’t really know the benefits of what can happen when you do. It is proven that when you get regular car washes, you can protect the value of your car and increase the overall resale value in the future.  

Washing your car gets rid of the dust and damage the elements can do to your car.  Because we all live in Algonquin, Illinois we are subject to one big problem that can destroy the exterior of any car and actually cause more damage; salt. Every Winter in Algonquin salt trucks come and dump hundreds of pounds of salt on the road, and as that salt melts the ice, water mixed with slush and sludge is splashed up and cakes itself to the exterior of all of our cars. Getting a car wash more frequently, even during the Winter months, will lessen the damage that the salt can do the exterior of your vehicle.  However, salted roads during the Algonquin winters are not the only reason to wash your car throughout the year. Here are some reason why washing your car more often is a great idea: 

Protect the Paint Job:  This one is just common sense.  In the last few years demand for used cars has caused value to skyrocket.  That means that your current car is worth more to you than it ever has before.  Some people report getting offered the same amount of money they paid for the car new when they sell a used car to services like Carvana and more.  Therefore, the more you protect your assets coating and control the way it looks the more attractive it is to a potential buyer.  There are many used car dealerships in Algonquin, Illinois that will pay top dollar for the car that you own. Get more money with increased car washes. 

Increase Fuel Efficiency: Don’t laugh just yet.  Since we know that driving around the local Agonquin roads can cause dirt and grime and salt get stuck to our car then we know that will also increase drag on the car was well.  Imagine driving North toward Wisconsin or South East toward Chicago and not getting the maximum amount of fuel efficiency you can.  By visiting a local car wash in the area you can help keep your car cleaner, removing that drag, and getting the maximum mileage you can for your tank of gas. 

Better Safety:  As you are driving: dirt, grime, debris and more will get into your tires and sometimes even in to your brakes.  Your car might not be as safe as you think it is.  Have you ever tried backing out of your driveway in the morning and your brakes start squeaking?  That could be debris in your wheel wells causing them to squeak. Unfortunately you will never know until something catastrophic happens. However, local car washes will clear that from your vehicle making is safer and improving overall performance.