Any professional detailer will tell you that it’s not enough to just wash your car with soap and call it a day. Your car’s paint deals with a lot of wear and tear, whether it be damage from UV rays, ...

No true detailing session is complete without waxing your vehicle. Typically, the waxing process takes place after a thorough washing. Although it can be tedious and get your shoulders burning, waxing ...

Q: I can't wax my car in winter, since I don't have a heated garage. Is car wash wax a good alternative, or is it simply better than nothing? A: There is nothing like a good hand-applied wax; it could ...

There's nothing like the deep luster of freshly waxed paint, with its like-new, dripping-wet, showroom shine. Makes you feel proud of a job well done. Waxes aren't just glitz and glam, though. Despite ...

Owners might be tempted to clean their cars with whatever resources they have available. But using dish soap could have some ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." No true car cleaning sesh is complete without waxing your ride, that special last step to provide extra ...

A roundup of the best car detailing products out there. If you want to keep your car’s finish pristine and shiny, you’ll need to do more than just regularly give it a wash. Spending the time to do a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You may not notice it, but your car’s paint is being exposed to hazards every single day, including dirt, ...

Car washes often offer extras. We talked toe experts to find out which ones you need—and where to save your money.