Common Causes of Corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion on your car are: o Road salt, dirt and moisture that is allowed to accumulate underneath the car.
o Removal of paint or protective coatings by stones, gravel, abrasion or minor scrapes and dents which leave unprotected metal exposed to corrosion.
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To help prevent corrosion
You can help prevent corrosion from getting
started by observing the following:
Keep Your Car Clean
The best way to prevent corrosion is to keep
your car clean and free of corrosive materials.
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Carry Emergency Equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car, you should
carry appropriate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include
tire chains, tow straps or chai ...