Washing a car should make it look better. Yet a few common shortcuts can turn a Saturday morning rinse into a tiny paint-damaging operation, complete with swirl marks, water spots and a finish that looks strangely dull in the sunlight.
Most car-washing mistakes come from simple habits, not some mysterious detailing secret. Use the right soap, keep grit away from your wash mitt, control the water pressure and dry the vehicle carefully, and that freshly washed shine can stay fresh instead of looking like it needs another wash.
