Protect Your Car from Sun Damage With These Tips

Nov 16, 2015

When you live in a bright city like El Paso, you get the advantage of beautiful sunshine all year long. Unfortunately, all those bright UV rays can do damage to your vehicle. Follow these tips from Integrity Kia on how to protect your vehicle from the sun and heat.

Keep on Top of Your Tire Pressure

Heat from the sun causes the pavement temperatures to skyrocket. Combined with under inflated tires, the hot pavement can cause tires to blow out. Even the best tires may lose close to a pound of pressure each month, so it is important that you check the pressure regularly, especially on very hot days. Follow the recommended tire pressure from your vehicle manufacturer.

Wax Regularly

After a wash, a layer of wax between the paint job of your car and the sun’s UV rays is an excellent way to protect the exterior. How often your car should be waxed varies based on the make and model, the kind of wax being used and the time of year. At a minimum, you should wax your car twice a year. Not only will it protect the car, but it will make it look shiny and defend it from other damage like bird droppings.

Park in a Shady Area

If you don’t have a garage, try to park in an area shaded by houses or buildings. (Parking under trees can lad to bird droppings, leaves and sticks on your car). This will prevent your interior from heating up and causing cracks in the dashboard and vinyl or leather upholstery.

Wash and Dry Regularly

Heat and sun can cause the paint to fade and crack. By regularly washing and hand drying your car, you will be able to remove dust and dirt particles that can cause tiny scratches and dull the finish. Try to wash your car at least once every other week, depending on how dirty it gets.

Follow these tips and you should have no problem keeping your vehicle protected from the harmful UV rays of the sun!