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Can car covers scratch paint?
I’ve recently moved to a new apartment complex with no covered parking. It’s important to protect the exterior of my car when I’m not driving it, but I’ve heard that car covers can sometimes scratch your paint. Any idea about whether car covers can really scratch your car’s paint?
Katherine Duffy · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While car covers are a great way to protect your car against the elements, car covers can scratch your car’s paint, no matter the material.
This is primarily due to dirt, debris, and water that can get trapped underneath your car cover.
Here are a few tips to prevent your car cover from scratching your paint:
- Don’t put a car cover on a dirty car. The dirt will get trapped, creating opportunities for sand and dirt to rub against your paint when you put the cover on and take it off
- Choose a cover that fits your car well to prevent the cover from sliding around
- Choose a protective weather cover for the outside so that water doesn’t seep through and cause rust
Protecting your car from the elements is a great way to shield it from damage, but an even better way to make sure your car is covered is with a great
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