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This is your complete guide to drying a car without scratching the paint. Learn what tools to use, what to avoid, and how to dry any vehicle—from ceramic coated to daily drivers.

Drying your car without a towel sounds risky—but with the right soap and blower combo, you might not need one. Here's how the Super Soaper + blower test turned out.

Ceramic coatings make drying easier—but only if you use the right method. Here’s the best drying process to protect your coating and avoid water spots.

Water spots are the #1 post-wash complaint. Here’s how to prevent them before they happen—with better drying tools, smarter rinsing, and key product swaps.

Direct sun is the worst time to dry your car—but sometimes you’ve got no choice. Here’s how to minimize water spots and protect your paint when working in heat.

Most swirls and water spots don’t come from washing—they come from drying. These are the 5 biggest mistakes detailers see, and how to avoid them.

The Ryobi 18V blower is a favorite among DIY detailers—but is it actually good for drying your car? We tested it and here’s how it performs.

Leaf blowers can dry your car fast—but are they safe? We break down how to use one properly, which models work best, and when it might do more harm than good.

Want to skip the towel and dry your car touch-free? Here’s our breakdown of the best car dryer blowers for speed, safety, and real-world results.

Not all drying towels are created equal. Here’s our head-to-head test of the most popular options—and why one towel beats them all in real-world use.