A car cover is an essential accessory that protects vehicles from external factors such as sun exposure, rain, snow, and dust. When choosing and using a car cover, factors like material, functionality, and compatibility need to be considered comprehensively. Below is a summary of key information:
I. Core Functions and Advantages
Sun Protection and Cooling: High-quality car covers can reduce the temperature inside the car by 40°C (from 68°C to 41°C under a high temperature of 35°C), block 99% of ultraviolet rays, and extend the service life of the car paint by 2-3 years.
Rain and Dust Protection: The full-cover design can effectively resist erosion from rainwater, gravel, and acid rain, reducing the frequency of car washing.
Extreme Weather Protection: Thickened materials (such as 0.6mm PEVA) can protect against hail, and aluminum film models can also block the risk of open flames.
PEVA: A thickness of over 0.3mm is recommended for summer, and 0.6mm is required for hail protection in winter.
Oxford Cloth/Aluminum Film: These materials have better sun and rain protection performance. The inner cotton velvet or taffeta lining protects the car paint.
Pitfall Warning: Poor-quality car covers are likely to scratch the car paint, and may thin the clear coat layer by 30% in half a year.
Design Details
Full Cover + Elastic Band: Half covers are easily blown over by the wind, while full covers need edge wrapping to fix the bumper.
Reflective Strips and Color: Silver color reflects light for sun protection, blue is eye-catching, and reflective strips are necessary for warning at night.
Custom-Fit for Specific Vehicles: The size error should be ≤ 0.5cm; universal models are prone to loosening.
III. Price
Budget Option: Disposable PE film car covers are suitable for temporary protection.
Mid-to-High End: Full-cover Oxford cloth car covers.
High-End Protection: Invisible car covers are suitable for long-term parking or high-end vehicles.
IV. Usage Precautions
Clean the Vehicle: Dust must be removed before covering to avoid scratching the car paint due to friction.
Regular Ventilation: Use with caution in humid weather, and uncover once a week to prevent mildew.
Storage Tips: Fold in a Z-shape to avoid damage; do not stuff it randomly.
V. Recommended Application Scenarios
Short-Term Parking: PEVA or Oxford cloth car covers offer high cost-effectiveness.
Long-Term Parking: Priority should be given to invisible car covers or smart garages.
