Why Road Salt Is Killing Your Car (And How to Remove It)
Road salt keeps highways safe—but it’s a nightmare for your paint, trim, and undercarriage. If you don’t remove it fast, it’ll eat away at your vehicle all winter long.
How Road Salt Damages Your Car
Salt is highly corrosive. It clings to surfaces, soaks into gaps and seams, and reacts with moisture to create rust—especially on:
- Fender wells and lower body panels
- Brake lines, suspension, and undercarriage parts
- Paint chips, scratches, and clear coat imperfections
The longer it sits, the more damage it does.
The Right Way to Remove Road Salt
Forget foam parties and aggressive brushes. Here’s how to do it safely:
- Use a foam cannon or pump sprayer with The Super Soaper to pre-soak your vehicle.
- Let it dwell for 3–5 minutes to break down salt buildup.
- Rinse thoroughly from top to bottom with high pressure.
- Repeat in high-salt areas like wheels, fenders, and rockers.
The Super Soaper is safe for paint, trim, metal, and rubber—perfect for dissolving salt without damage.
Don’t Forget to Dry Completely
After rinsing, dry the vehicle fully to prevent salt-laced water from lingering in seams and trim. Use the Massive Drying Towel for efficient water removal—even in cold weather.
Finish with Protection
After removing salt, seal your paint with Tough As Shell. It creates a slick, hydrophobic layer that helps repel future salt and grime.
Bonus: it also makes future washes easier and faster.
Recommended Products for Salt Removal
- The Super Soaper – Dissolves salt without scrubbing
- Massive Drying Towel – For fast, safe winter drying
- Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray – Shields against salt and grime
