The average age of cars and trucks on US highways is 11.8 years. A 10 to 12-year-old vehicle can stay looking great with the right care. Most people lead busy lives, juggling work and personal responsibilities, which can often feel overwhelming. Whether navigating traffic during the morning commute, shuttling kids to soccer games, or heading out for a weekend camping trip, vehicle cleanliness often takes a backseat. While many car owners would love to treat their vehicles to delightful hand washing and thorough auto detailing services, they simply don’t have the extra time to spare. As a result, they might resort to automatic car washes.
However, cloth strips at these facilities can sometimes be applied too forcefully, causing damage to mirrors, molding, antennas, and other delicate parts. Additionally, if a vehicle isn’t adequately emulsified before the cloth strips touch the paint, scratches may occur from dirt and debris being ground into the surface. Soft-touch washes require meticulous maintenance to ensure cloth strips are effective; poorly maintained cloth can fail to deliver a thorough cleaning and even cause damage to your vehicle’s finish.