Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Tree sap is slightly acidic and is not only a sticky mess to clean up, but is also damaging to your car’s paint. It can even cause some paint discoloration if left on for too long.
Luckily, there are some simple ways to protect your vehicle from tree sap:
Avoid parking under sap-producing trees like birch, elm, or maple trees
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