Have you been outside recently and noticed your car covered in a layer of yellow dust? The pollen count in Denver has been pretty high this season. In addition to constant sneezing and potential for heightened asthma symptoms, the pollen from weeds, trees, and grasses can damage the paint on your car.
Pollen alone isn’t the culprit… Pollen becomes acidic when combined with water. When it rains and your car has a layer of pollen dust, that dust becomes acidic and will cause the paint on your car to fade and discolor over time.
If you park your car outside, pay attention to the amount of pollen dust collecting on your car. You should always wash (or even just rinse) the pollen from your car. It’s also helpful to have your car waxed occasionally to add a protective layer to the paint.
