This article was updated in September 2025. Sometimes, the biggest nemesis of a pristine vehicle is Mother Nature. Whether it's tree sap, bird droppings, ice, or some other malady, she's an expert at ...

If you enjoy having a shiny and spotless car, your worst enemies are dust, debris, bird droppings and the sun's UV rays. All of these can affect your car's exterior, either temporarily or permanently.

We all know how dangerous Mother Nature can be for our vehicles: sap, bird droppings, ice, you name it. She's an expert at making your nice car look not so nice. One of the first lines of defense ...