To rust-proof or not? That’s the question every car buyer faces when shopping for a new ride. There are many varying ideas on the matter, but the bottom line remains that rust is a big concern whatever the geographical region. While some experts argue that galvanized steel negates the need for rustproofing, it is important…
Now that you have bought your car, what could go wrong? The engine is powerful, the interior is cozy, the fuel consumption is not bad and you got the car for a bargain anyway. Well, a lot could go wrong and in fact, you might not even notice. One of the toughest car maintenance tasks…
If you are planning to buy a new car, it is highly likely that you are reading a lot about proper maintenance. Of course, your car is one of the most important assets you can invest in and you want to get the most out of it. More importantly, contemporary society is increasingly mobile and…
Metals containing iron, when exposed to air and water will rust. Rust affects metals in many ways. Therefore, if a piece of the metal determines the safety of objects like bridges and breaks the caliper of a car, then it is essential to keep them under check regularly. Rust is non-toxic and presents no biological…
The formation of rust is the consequence of an oxidation reaction. The presence of an anode, cathode, and electrolyte can cause oxidation. The metal in a car can act as both anodes and cathodes and water is an electrolyte. If the conditions are humid enough, oxidation can occur even when the car is isolated from…
Prevention is better than cure and in the case of Rustproofing, it is cheaper than getting rid of the formed rust. After spending a lot of money buying a car, it is not unusual to think rust-proofing is a waste of money. Your dealer would highly recommend rustproofing your car and he might be right…
Your car is often exposed to corrosive substances wherever you live. They include Acid rain, salt, and other things on the road which can seriously affect the underside. Rustproofing and undercoating can save it from corrosion and rust. Undercoating is a protective layer that is applied to the underside of a car where the parts…
Automobiles have been suffering from severe corrosion since the widespread usage of road salt from World War II. Road salt is essential for safe winter driving. It lowers the freezing point of the water so that the car tire doesn’t get a slide on top of the ice formed. Among the various side effects of…
Most people live in areas that have adverse effects on their cars. Cars are always subjected to wear and tear in their regular use but the difference is the rate at which they get affected. Therefore Rusting too differs accordingly. If the car is used in places that are close to a saltwater body, then…
Rust Proofing a car is necessary to safeguard the money you have invested. Ugly patches of scratch and rust can really depreciate the car’s value. Rustproofing is not only essential to maintain the overall appearance of the car but also to avoid any real damage to the vital parts thereby making it safe to use….