Spring Car Care: 6 Reasons to Wash More Often

As winter fades into a memory and the days grow longer, spring in Colorado brings increased sunshine, blooming flowers, and… a whole new set of challenges for your vehicle. Between sudden downpours, swirling pollen, rising temperatures, and crusty winter residues still hiding on your vehicle’s surfaces, your car takes a beating this season. That’s exactly why spring is the ideal time to make Autowash a part of your clean-routine.

Read On for 6 Must-Know Tips to Keep You Shining This Spring

1. Stubborn Winter Residues

   If you were washing regularly at Autowash throughout the winter, good job! You’ve already taken a key step toward preserving your vehicle’s surfaces. But even with weekly washes, stubborn residues like salt, magnesium chloride, and grime can cling in hard-to-reach areas. A quick wipe-down with a premium microfiber towel (or even better, a visit to the Autowash Showroom for an Express Detail) can help dislodge the last of that winter grime so your car heads into spring looking and feeling fresh. 

   
   

2. Spring Showers Mean More Grime 

   We all know April (and May) in Colorado can be unpredictable and often very wet. While spring showers bring flowers, they also churn up road sludge and splash dirt all over your car. At Autowash, our touch-free technology and acid-free soaps safely break down and rinse away that buildup without damaging your clear coat. Prefer to take control? Our self-serve bays give you the flexibility you want, while our automatic touch-free washes handle the dirty work when you’re short on time. 

   
   

   

   
   

3. Pollen Problems? We’ve Got You Covered 

   If your car is suddenly wearing a dusty yellow-green coat, you’re not alone. Pollen is more than just annoying, it can be damaging to your paint if left too long. Frequent washes help remove this layer before it bakes on, preserving your finish and keeping your vehicle looking sharp. With Autowash’s amazing membership options, it's easy to rinse away pollen before it causes damage and you can wash as often as needed without watching the clock or weather. 

   
   

4. Things That Go SPLAT! 

   Spring doesn’t just bring flowers and trees it brings bugs. And those pesky splats on your bumper and windshield are more than a cosmetic issue. Bug guts contain proteins and acids that can etch into your clear coat if not removed quickly. Autowash is rolling out our proprietary Bug-Away formula across locations. This gentle but effective presoak breaks down insect residue, making it easier to wash away without scrubbing or scratching. 

   
   

   

   
   

5. Rising Temps? Time to Reset Your Ride 

   As temperatures climb, we hit the road more often. Whether it’s a park day, a mountain getaway, or just windows-down cruising. Combine that increased activity with pollen, rain, and bug splats, and you’ve got a recipe for baked-on contamination and potential clear coat damage. Regular washes during the spring help you stay ahead of these issues. Not only does it keep your car cleaner, it actually makes future washes easier and more effective. 

   
   

6. Spring Cleaning Isn’t Just for Your House 

   There’s something satisfying about a full reset and your vehicle deserves one too. Whether you’re scrubbing off winter salt or getting ahead of summer heat and grime, spring is the perfect time to establish a clean-car habit. With Autowash memberships that let you wash ANY car, ANY day, at ANY location, keeping your vehicles spotless has never been easier, or more affordable.

Ready for a Clean Start?  

Whatever Spring throws your way; pollen or puddles, bug splats or sunshine, Autowash makes it easy to keep your car looking its best. With convenient locations across the Front Range, industry-leading touch-free and self-serve options, express detailing at the Autowash Showroom, and partnerships with DIY detailing suppliers, we’re your one-stop shop for springtime car care. 

Download the Autowash app today and get started with a cleaner, happier ride this season.