Tips To Keep Your Car's Exterior Sanitized During The Covid-19 Pandemic

- Before disinfecting the car, you must give it a scrub with warm water
- It is important to disinfect the car with 60-70 percent isopropyl alcohol
- You shouldnt clean the car exteriors in warm daylight
Some people tend to think that a car in an enclosed space during lockdowns is less likely to attract nasty viruses. But to be precise, there are higher chances of contamination in a four-wheeler when compared to a two-wheeler.

In this lockdown, there are many people who will go to their workplaces in their own vehicles. For them, keeping cars disinfected is very crucial. So if you are one of those people who want to take your car out, how will you disinfect the vehicle? Let's take a glance at the top ways to disinfect the exterior of your vehicle.
Exterior Car Care Tips during Pandemic Lockdown
So how can you get rid of viruses? We already know that soap and water and pretty good at eliminating a large number of viruses. Before you start disinfecting the car, it is pretty important to provide it with a good scrub. You should clean your hands with warm soap and water solution before commencing to clean the car's exteriors.

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You can make the warm water and soap solution easily at your home. However, note that the exterior of your car is pretty sensitive. Hence, please refrain from using harsh chemicals as they can adversely affect the paint. You can even use disinfectant wipes to clean your car. In most cases, people tend to use wet tissue papers and isopropyl alcohol to disinfect their vehicles' exteriors.

You can disinfect the vehicle with this solution by rubbing the tissue on door handles, OVRMs, boot lid and the windscreen. You can even use the solution to clean the windows of the car. What's more, this solution is pretty effective in disinfecting the windows of your home. Once you have disinfected the spots with wet wipes, use a damp cloth and repeat the process for superior cleanliness. If your car is to be fully disinfected, clean it with wipes at least thrice a week.
Importance of cleaning the Car during Lockdown
Almost any surface of your vehicle can become contaminated during this pandemic. From door handles to the steering wheel, it is imperative to take care of your car carefully. Based on various research studies, the Covid-19 virus can stay active on certain surfaces for quite some time.
It can last for a maximum of three days which makes it important for you to take precautions. However, the virus cannot last long on absorbent surfaces. Disinfecting your car is a pretty important process on this lockdown. By cleaning your car regularly, you can ensure the overall safety of your family members during these challenging times.
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