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5 Car Washing Mistakes That Cause Swirls & Scratches

5 Car Washing Mistakes That Cause Swirls & Scratches

Update: 2025-10-01
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Do swirl marks keep showing up on your car even after careful washing? Chances are, you’re making one of these 5 common car washing mistakes. In this video, I’ll break down exactly what causes swirls and how you can avoid them using modern wash methods, the right tools, and smarter protection.

By the end, you’ll know how to wash your car safer, faster, and without creating those annoying micro-scratches.

In this video, you’ll learn:

  1. Why skipping the pre-soak is the number one swirl culprit

  2. The wash tools you should never use (and what to replace them with)

  3. How to make your soap work for you with real lubrication

  4. The truth about bad drying techniques and hidden dirt

  5. Why skipping protection sets you up for future swirls
    Bonus: How deionized water helps stop water spots before they start


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5 Car Washing Mistakes That Cause Swirls & Scratches

5 Car Washing Mistakes That Cause Swirls & Scratches