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How often should you wash your car in the winter?

I’ve just moved to a part of the country where, unfortunately, winter driving has become a part of my life. How often should I wash my car during the winter?

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Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m glad you asked; not everyone knows it’s important to wash your car in the winter! Driving in wintry areas where salt is used on the roads can cause serious damage to your car if not regularly washed off.
You should wash your car once every 10-14 days if possible. If that’s not possible, once a month should be enough as long as you also wash the undercarriage of your vehicle.
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