Car Bike Care Tips: Do you wash your car or bike every Sunday or take it to the washing center? Have you ever wondered how much washing too often and in the wrong way can do to your car? Is this habit of yours correct or is it gradually reducing the life of the vehicle?
Car Bike Washing Mistakes: As soon as the weekend arrives, a scene is quite common in all our homes. Water in bucket, cloth in hand and cleaning the car or bike to a shine. It’s a holiday, most of us start polishing our cars. Many people go straight to the washing center every Sunday and get their car sprayed with heavy water. If you also shine your car or bike every Sunday, then stop. This habit of yours can be heavy on your pocket. Know why you should not wash your car every Sunday…
Why shouldn’t the car be washed every Sunday?
In this fierce heat of May-June, the metal (iron) and glass of the vehicles are hot and boiling during the afternoon. In such a situation, what will happen when you pour cold water on the car tomorrow on Sunday afternoon? According to science, when cold water suddenly falls on a very hot object, the metal shrinks. This can cause two big losses. Anyway, this time the heat is scorching and the temperature at many places has crossed 47 degrees.
What is the harm in washing car and bike in the sun?
1. Paint peeling off
The paint on the body of a car or bike is not able to withstand this sudden change. Gradually the shine of the paint starts disappearing and it starts peeling off. Even though your car is new, it will start looking old.
2. Cracking of glasses
The windshield of the car gets very hot in the sun. As soon as cold water is poured on it under high pressure, fine cracks may appear in the glass, which will cost thousands to repair.
Why should one avoid going to washing center on Sunday?
If you think that instead of working hard at home, it is safe to pay ₹ 200-₹ 300 at a washing center to get your car washed on Sunday, then you are making another big mistake. On Sundays there is a long queue of vehicles at every washing centre. Due to the crowd, the boys there complete their work in a hurry. They can create so much water pressure inside the bonnet of your car that sometimes water enters the cabin filter (AC Filter) or the vehicle’s sensors and wiring. outcome? On Sunday evening, when you go out with the whole family, the car’s AC will stop blowing cold air or the car will be difficult to start. Then the mechanic will charge you a lot of money in the name of Sunday.
Then how to clean the car on Sunday?
- Wash the car only when there is no sunlight. The best time is before 7 am in the morning or after 6 pm in the evening, because at that time the body of the vehicle is cool.
- There is no need to pour buckets of water on the vehicle every Sunday. Take a good quality microfiber cloth, slightly wet it and clean the car. This will save water and also eliminate the risk of rust.
- If you have to get a professional wash done, you can choose Tuesday or Wednesday instead of the weekend. If there is less crowd on that day, then the boys will give you your car very politely and after cleaning every nook and corner.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based on general automobile care and helpful tips. Its purpose is only to increase awareness. Results may vary depending on the condition, model and use of any vehicle. Always consult your vehicle manufacturer or a certified mechanic for correct information and service.