Winter Car Care: How Ice, Snow & Road Salt Damage Your Vehicle

❄️ Winter Weather Is Tough on Your Car

With icy mornings, snow forecasts and heavily salted roads across the UK, winter is one of the harshest seasons for your vehicle. While most drivers focus on tyres and visibility, car cleanliness plays a huge role in protecting your vehicle’s value.

🧂 The Hidden Danger of Road Salt

Road salt is essential for safety, but it’s extremely corrosive. When left on your car it can:

• Damage paintwork

• Cause corrosion underneath the vehicle

• Permanently stain alloy wheels

• Accelerate rust on brakes and suspension parts

Regular washing — especially the wheels and lower panels — is key to preventing long-term damage.

🧊 Ice & Snow Inside Your Car

Wet shoes, muddy boots and snow-covered coats quickly soak into carpets and mats, leading to:

• Damp smells

• Mould growth

• Permanent staining

A proper interior clean during winter helps keep your car hygienic and comfortable.

🚗 How Winter Valeting Helps

A professional winter valet includes:

• Safe exterior wash to remove salt & grime

• Wheel and arch cleaning

• Interior vacuuming and wipe-downs

• Protective sealants to shield paintwork

✅ Winter Car Care Tip

Aim to wash your car at least every 2–3 weeks in winter, especially after heavy snowfall or icy conditions.

Need help protecting your car this winter?

Our fully mobile valeting service comes to you — keeping your vehicle clean, protected and winter-ready.