Sunshine and warm temperatures are what make summer one of the most adored seasons. However, the hot summer sun isn’t very forgiving when it comes to your vehicle. The sun and heat can quickly take a toll on your car, so it’s essential to take preventative measures during the hottest season of the year. The last thing you want is the air conditioning dying during an afternoon joyride in the scorching summer heat. Here are summer car care tips to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape this season!
Car Care Tips for Summertime
- Check the air conditioning and perform maintenance
- Change the oil and check fluid levels, especially coolant
- Clean/test the battery
- Inspect the brakes
- Check the tires and tire pressure
- Get new windshield wipers
Along with performing routine maintenance and inspecting the vehicle thoroughly, there are a few ways you can safeguard your car from the bright summer sun.
Three Ways to Protect Your Car this Summer
When it comes to protecting the interior and exterior of your car, there are three ways you can get protection.
1. Window Film
Window film offers several benefits that can relieve the sweltering summer heat. It can reject as much as 60% of solar energy transferred through your vehicle’s windows and blocks up to 99% of damaging UV rays. Not only does window tinting keep your car cooler, but it will protect against fading from the sun to keep the interior looking new. Plus, getting your car’s windows tinted adds an extra cool factor. With several different tints available, you can go as deep as Maryland safety laws allow or keep it lighter for a more minimal look.
2. Paint Protection Film
Summer is perfect for road trips and heading off the beaten path. But long trips and gravel roads can leave your car battered. Paint protection film adds an extra layer of defense to your car’s exterior, protecting it against scratches, rocks, stains, yellowing, and more. You can add paint protection film to areas of your vehicle most impacted by road debris, bugs, or scratches, such as the hood, fender, and bumper areas. Although it’s clear, paint protection film is available in matte and glossy finishes, so you can decide if you want to keep your car’s paint looking shiny or if you want a more subtle, matte style.
3. Ceramic Coating
3M™ Ceramic Coating uses groundbreaking technology to protect against the sun and keep your car’s paint looking as fresh as the day it rolled off the factory line. With a hydrophobic finish, it repels water and offers resistance to chemicals such as acid rain, tree sap, and salt. Ceramic coating makes it easier to maintain your car and can last from as little as six months to five years, depending on the selected treatment option.
Vehicle Protection in Every Season
Following these summer car care tips can help protect your vehicle and keep it running as smoothly as possible during the year’s hottest season. But with window film, paint protection film, or ceramic coating, you can protect your car in the summer and all year long. Reach out today to learn more about our vehicle services and receive a free quote!
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