Technical term
Vehicle care
Vehicle care covers cleaning, protection and maintenance processes for a vehicle's interior and exterior. The AVP glossary explains its application.
Surface science & materials
What does Vehicle care mean?
Vehicle care covers cleaning, protection and maintenance processes for a vehicle's interior and exterior.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Vehicle care
What does vehicle care include?
Vehicle care includes cleaning, polishing, protection and care of the interior, paint, wheels and other materials.
Why is vehicle care important?
It supports value retention, appearance and material-appropriate use of the vehicle.
Which stages belong to a complete process?
Depending on condition, the process can include pre-cleaning, hand washing, decontamination, polishing and subsequent protection.
Which mistakes are common?
Unsuitable cloths, aggressive cleaners, missing pre-wash, excessive pressure and incompatible products cause many avoidable defects.
How often should a vehicle be cared for?
It depends on use, parking, contamination, protection system and intended condition. Regular gentle care is more useful than a fixed interval.