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How do you get snow off of a car without scratching the car?

I just got a beautiful new BMW, but unfortunately, I live in Pennsylvania where snow and ice are sure to come every winter. I’m worried about keeping my car looking nice after it snows. I’ve scratched up car paint before trying to remove snow; how can I do it without damaging my car?

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Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on your new
BMW
! Despite Pennsylvania’s snowy winters, you can keep your car looking good as new, so don’t worry. To get snow off of your car without scratching it, just try these easy tips:
  • Don’t use a brush or scraper
  • Use a microfiber cloth wrapped around your snow scraper or brush bristles
  • Buy a squeegee
  • Let your car
    warm up
    before you start removing snow
  • Use a leaf blower
The best way to protect your car’s paint is to avoid the snow altogether. The salt used in snowy areas can wreak havoc on your car’s metal and paint job. If you can, find a sheltered area to park your car and avoid all of the troubles that come with the snow.
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