Sun Damage: How It Affects Your Car and How to Protect It Easily

The sun doesn’t just heat your car—it slowly damages both the exterior and interior without you noticing.

How the sun damages your car

On the outside:

• Oxidation of the clear coat
• Faded paint
• Water spot baking
• Faster contamination build-up

On the inside:

• Leather cracks
• Dashboard fading
• Plastic discoloration
• Strong odors caused by trapped heat

Easy ways to protect your car from sun damage

• Use a windshield sunshade
• Park in shade when possible
• Apply a synthetic sealant or ceramic coating
• Condition leather seats regularly
• Use UV protection on the dashboard and plastics

Sun protection is always cheaper than repairing damage later.