A car is a considerable investment, which is why you care for it with regular maintenance checks like oil changes, tire rotations, and other services provided by the technicians at Bennett Toyota.

But there is something you can do yourself that is cheap, simple, and will ensure your vehicle maintains its value and beautiful appearance - Washing it!

Washing is often overlooked when it comes to regular vehicle maintenance, but at Bennett Toyota we believe it’s just as important as any other regular service.

Without proper washing, not only will the appearance seem drab, the actual value of your vehicle will take a hit.

So if you need to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape for a lease, think you will be reselling, or just simply love to take proper care of your vehicle so it lasts longer and looks great, make sure you’re washing your car more than once in a blue moon.

Wash more often (weekly) if:

• Your car is exposed to a lot of salt, either from living by the ocean or a cold climate with salted roads. Salt can corrode the metal and cause rust.

• Your car is especially vulnerable to bird droppings, dead bugs, and tree sap. They’re acidic enough to cause damage to the paint job if left on too long.

• You live in an area of high heat and intense sun. This can melt the wax barrier, allowing contaminants to damage your paint and finish.

• Your area has a lot of pollution, construction, or other dusty and dirty sources that can cake onto the body of your car.

Wash less often (once per month) if:

• You don’t drive everyday or for very short distances

• It’s kept in a garage and out of the elements

• It hasn’t been exposed to much salt, bird droppings, intense sun, or other environmental menaces

• Preserving your paint job or the overall appearance of your car isn’t very important to you