So it's time to give your car a little bit of attention in the detailing department. Cleaning the interior is pretty straightforward; you use the right products to wipe everything down and vacuum it out, sometimes taking the time to condition any leather or plastic and clean the windows. But when it comes to the exterior, should you be taking the time to do a hand car wash, or will a touchless car wash suffice? Toyota of Clermont's experts are breaking down the two different options for you so you can decide which is best for your car.
What are hand car washes and touchless car washes?
Hand car washes are exactly what you'd think them to be from their name. You wash your car by hand, using sponges, microfiber cloths, and products designed for your vehicle (all of which you can get at the Toyota of Clermont parts store, by the way). You'll also take the time to dry it afterward to avoid water spots on the paint.
A touchless car wash, on the other hand, is one that is automated and mechanized. Basically, you drive through a giant stall and your car is washed for you while you relax in the driver's seat. In the end, fans blow excess water off your Clermont Toyota to (hopefully) avoid water spots on the paint and glass.
So which is going to be the best for your needs when it comes to keeping your car clean? Our Clermont auto service experts are explaining the pros and cons of each type of car wash below.
Hand car wash pros:
- You have complete control over the situation - you can decide which products you want to use, the process, if any steps are repeated, and how long it takes.
- You can get up close and personal with your car, making sure to scrub tiny cracks and crevices, stubborn stains, and the undercarriage for an extra-clean finish.
- It's affordable - all you have to do is pay for the supplies upfront and occasionally replenish them, and then invest your own time into the process.
Hand car was cons:
- You can actually damage your own car if you don't know what you're doing. For example, using a dirty sponge or rag can leave scratches on your car's paint.
- It takes a lot of time, so if you're short on that resource, a hand car wash isn't very convenient.
Touchless car wash pros:
- It's quick and convenient. You literally don't even need to leave the driver's seat - you just pull your car in, put it in park, and sit back and relax while it gets cleaned.
- It's relatively affordable, especially if you get a membership or package of washes.
- It's gentler on your car's paint than you going at it with a sponge or rag.
Touchless car was cons:
- You don't have any control over the situation, so you may end up with spots that didn't get scrubbed off, etc.
- Sometimes the air dryer just doesn't get the job done and you get water spots on your car's paint, defeating the purpose of washing it at all.
Shop car wash supplies at Toyota of Clermont
Whether you want to get your car washed for you or stock up on car wash supplies, Toyota of Clermont can help! Visit us today at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike. You can also call us at (352) 404-7001!
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