Winter grime is more than a cosmetic problem. Salt, sand, and liquid deicers cling to metal, paint, and plastic, quietly accelerating corrosion and turning minor chips into expensive repairs. Keeping ...

Salt on the roads is great at melting ice but harmful to your paint and underbody. So how often should you wash your car ...

The "automatic vs. hand wash" battle has been redefined by high-tech microfiber and closed-cell foam. We break down the data: ...

Though drive-through car washes are really convenient, they’re not always the best at preserving your car’s paint job. The industrial brushes can leave small scratches and cause damage over time.

Owning a car is not as easy as it seems. You need to allot time for routine maintenance, from oil changes to cosmetic but equally important tasks like keeping your ride clean. Although often ...

From left to right, Mark, Shelli and Austin Hilde, owners of Pro Clean Carwash in Kalispell, stand in front of the wash on May 22, 2025. (Kate Heston/Daily Inter Lake) From left to right, Mark, Shelli ...