Tech Tip: Dirt can hurt more than just the appearance of vehicles in your fleet
July 11, 2017
Contaminants can harm a vehicle's body paint panels, causing a proliferation of rust and damage to parts.
When was the last time you noticed how the vehicles in your fleet looked? Are they sparkling clean or are they dusty and dirty? If they haven’t been cleaned in a while, it may be time to schedule a wash, not just because they ‘look dirty’ but also because a filthy fleet can hurt more than you may realize. The dust and dirt that vehicles accumulate on exterior surfaces while driving around can pave the way for many problems, including paint peel-off and rust buildup.
A regular washing schedule with high performance cleaners is critical to the maintenance and longevity of your fleet. High performance cleaners containing high concentrations of specially formulated detergents can remove road film and diesel smoke, cause no water spotting and are safe to use on all surfaces. They are also biodegradable.
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