• Tip 1: Wash the vehicle regularly. This becomes particularly important once roads are salted. Salt and road residue should not be left to accumulate around paintwork, wheel arches and lower components. Use a careful wash method and include the areas that are easy to miss.
  • Tip 2: Inspect existing protection before the heaviest winter conditions arrive. Paint, underbody and exposed components have different requirements, so any protective treatment should be selected for the actual material and condition.
  • Tip 3: Prevent frozen locks and seals with products designed specifically for automotive use. Avoid improvised oils or chemicals that may attract dirt or affect rubber and surrounding trim.
  • Tip 4: Repeatedly misted or internally frozen windows indicate excess moisture. Possible causes include wet clothing, blocked cabin filters or damaged seals. Clear the glass fully before driving, use the ventilation and air conditioning to dry the air, and investigate the source if the problem persists.
  • Tip 5: Leather experiences frequent changes in temperature and moisture during winter. Clean it with a material-suitable product and condition it only as required, leaving a natural, non-greasy finish. Winter is also a sensible time to have the battery tested.