Do you ever wish you had the brilliant shine that show vehicles do on your own car? With some washing and waxing, and the right steps, you can get your car looking like it's on the way to a fancy show.
The first step to making your car shine is to wash it. Even with the best waxing and polishing job, an unclean car will still show minor scratches from dirt and dust. Leaving crud and residue on the body of your car decreases the life of your paint job, as it reacts with the paint and breaks it down over time.
Routine car washes contribute to the life of your vehicle, as well as its looks. Using a high concentration of a car washing solution is highly recommended. If your car is extremely dirty, you could also use dish-washing liquid. Make sure to rinse well, so that no cleaning products are left on the car.