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Too often, maintenance and the proper car care is forgotten completely or not done on a consistent basis. At Zappy’s, we often hear the same questions from our customers, our team recently sat down and compiled 3 Quick Car Maintenance Life Hacks You Forgot All About. Polish Your Headlights - With Toothpaste.  The ingredients available in your everyday toothpaste, has the ability to reduce the griem and unwanted tint that has began to grow onto your headlights the more miles put on your car. It’s often thought of as a misconception - but, toothpaste really does the trick and chances...

As we’re making strides into the new year, it’s important that you aren’t forgetting how essential it is to continue to keep washing your vehicles on a consistent basis. At Zappy’s, we like to think we know a thing or two about the benefits of washing cars. Our team has compiled  4 top reasons why you should wash your car on a consistent basis - it may be more informational than you think!  Improved fuel economy.   The less gunk that’s traveling with you down the road, the better wind resistance that you will be putting off into the air.  Safety...

It’s essential to add trim or ceramic restoration to your car as a way to protect it from the ice, snow, salt, and cold temperatures.  As the temperatures continue to drop around the country, rubber seals and tires begin to become dry and stiff, windshields are covered with ice and snow, and road salt begins to threaten the paint and undercarriage of vehicles of all shapes and sizes.  Additionally, as plastics are becoming more commonly used by auto manufacturers owners should be aware of the many risks and ways to prevent fading and oxidation.  Plain and simple, plastics worst nightmare...

Car enthusiasts understand that not all cars are created equal. The effort it takes to keep a show car in pristine condition is far greater than the effort it takes to keep the casual driver's economy car clean.  As a luxury car owner and Porsche mechanic for over 25 years, I have witnesses many high-end car owners let the exteriors of their vehicles deteriorate because of inadequate washing or overexposure to the elements. 

   With the winter weather here, we know the importance of salt to keep our roadways safe.  However, salt can cause major damage to your vehicle's body and undercarriage. Rust forms when moisture and oxygen combine on metal, salt accelerates that process because it corrodes.        One way to prevent road salt damage is to get the salt off your vehicle as soon as possible.  Just washing your car isn't enough.  The DMV suggests a car wash that not only washes your vehicle but also provides an undercarriage clean. The parts of your vehicle at most risk include your exhaust...