Basics About Car Wax | Maus Acura of North Tampa

Occasionally, our customers at the Maus Acura of North Tampa service department ask us if car wax is truly necessary. According to our experienced techs, car wax is a must. Why? What exactly is car wax? Here’s the skinny on this overlooked car detailing product.

Water Repellency on Roids

Nothing repels rainwater and road spray quite like car wax. It’s hydrophobic, so water simply rolls off of any surface treated with car wax. This is critical to the long term health of your car’s exterior paint job and clearcoat. Rain water and road spray contain pollutants that can damage your car’s exterior. Car wax prevents this scenario. It also makes your ride look and shine like a brand new showroom star.

Synthetic or Natural?

At our Maus Acura of North Tampa service department, we use a host of both synthetic and natural car waxes. Synthetic waxes come from things like silicones, whereas natural waxes can be found in palm trees, carnauba plants and even coal. Both synthetic and natural waxes contain added oils and solvents to make them more spreadable. This spreadable layer fills in and smooths imperfections in your car’s clearcoat, forming a seamless, tight, water repellent seal.

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