Macco Collision Repair & Auto Painting Offers Advice in Recognition of National Car...

Tue Apr 8, 2008 3:49pm EDT

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Macco Collision Repair & Auto Painting Offers Advice in Recognition of National Car Care Month

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(Business Wire)--
In recognition of National Car Care Month this April, Macco
Collision Repair & Auto Painting is providing advice on how to take
better care of your vehicle before it starts looking its age. Whether
it is a little special pampering for its appearance or regular car
washes, there are many things drivers can do to get their vehicles
looking clean, bright and smart, said David Lapps, vice president of
operations for Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Painting.

"It's common sense that keeping your car clean will help maintain
the luster and condition of the paint, but we often take our cars for
granted and don't take the time to keep them in top shape," Lapps
said.

According to the Car Care Council, $4 billion was spent last year
in the United States on enhancements to keep the interior and exterior
of vehicles looking sharp. As consumers spend more time in their
vehicles and drive more miles each year, many are placing more
importance on comfort, luxury and appearance, the council said.

Lapps suggests the following ways car owners can rejuvenate the
appearance of their automobiles:

-- The Basics - Wash your car regularly. It's that simple, but
not as simple as taking some dish detergent and a couple of
rags and hosing your car off. Household dish detergents will
strip wax off the car and can potentially damage the paint.
Use a cleaner specifically made for automobiles and use terry
cloth towels because they pull dirt from the surface.

-- Go Deep - After an initial wash, visually inspect the paint
for particles that have adhered to the paint such as tree sap,
salt residue, or unfortunate insects.

-- Wax On, Wax Off - Every spring and fall, use a wax and polish
(these two terms are used interchangeably) to improve the
shine and protect the surface.

-- Uh, Oh - If your car is involved in an accident, no matter how
minor, have the damage immediately evaluated to maintain your
safety and prevent even more body and paint damage.

For more information, please visit www.maaco.com.

For Macco Collision Repair & Auto Painting
Bill Silverman, 610-265-6606
Manager of Corporate Communications