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How to wash your car scratch-free

Posted 24 February, 2026 Andrew Rasch

There’s nothing like a clean and shiny car. Regular washing helps protect your car’s paintwork, and it looks great.

In this video, we show you how the two-bucket method can reduce the risk of scratching your car while washing it.

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