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Swirl marks

How to dry your car without water spots or scratches
Drying is where a wash often goes wrong in San Diego. Here's how to dry your car without water spots or scratches, with air, a plush towel and a drying aid.

Wildfire ash on your car: how to wash it off safely
Wildfire ash on your car can scratch the paint when wiped dry and turn caustic when wet. Here's how to rinse and wash it off safely at home in San Diego.

How to wash microfiber towels (and why it matters)
Dirty or damaged microfiber can scratch your paint. Here's how to wash, dry and store microfiber towels the IDA way, so they stay soft, clean and safe.

How to keep a black car clean (and why it's so hard)
Black cars show dust, water spots and swirl marks faster than any other color. Here's why, and how to wash and dry a black car at home without scratching it.

5 washing mistakes that cause swirl marks (and the fixes)
Most swirl marks go on during the wash, not the drive. Here are 5 common washing mistakes that cause swirls, the simple fix for each, and what removes them.
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