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Should You Get a Car Cover?

by Tazim Damji

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Whether you need to get a car cover depends on many factors. The type of vehicle you have, how often you use it, your parking situation, where you live, and other considerations all come into play. Of course, you can simply decide you want or don’t want one, too. But should you get one, and would it help protect your specific vehicle? You can learn more about car covers by checking out this article and talking to companies that offer car cover options, as well. Here’s what you should consider before you decide.

What Climate Do You Live In?

People who live in warm, humid climates may feel differently about a car cover than people who live in drier climates. That’s because a warm and humid climate can easily trap moisture under a car cover. People in those climates use these covers, but generally only if they’re not leaving them on too long, or if the car is being stored in a climate-controlled location where the humidity isn’t a problem. Otherwise, rust and oxidation could potentially become an issue when storing a car for a long time.

How Often Do You Drive Your Car?

If you drive your car frequently, you won’t have to worry about moisture or other issues from a car cover. But you might also find that it takes time to remove the cover when you want to leave and replace it when you get home. For people who make multiple trips with their vehicle in a day, for example, a car cover might not be the right choice. But uncovering the car in the morning and re-covering it at night is also an option that can work very well, so the car is free to use all day long without worrying about the cover.

What are Your Storage Options?

One of the ways you can decide if you want a car cover is to learn more about your options. Some people have a garage or carport they want to use, and others don’t have any storage at all. If it’s a second vehicle or a project car, a storage unit could also be an option. But for most people, a car cover works well to give them protection for a car they don’t drive as often, or one that they want to keep out of the elements when they’re not driving it, such as overnight.

You can explore different ways to protect your vehicle, but at the end of the day, you’ll want to learn more about car covers and what they offer. That way, you can get a cover that’s right for your car, your needs, and your goals with your vehicle. Whether you’re trying to protect a new car from the frequent rain or dust storms in your area, or you bought something for a project and need to keep it protected when you’re not working on it, a cover can be the right choice.

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About Tazim Damji

Tazim Damji is a permaculture gardener and certified holistic nutritionist from Vancouver, Canada. She is passionate about photography, vegan food, and gardening. Read more posts by Tazim. Visit her food and adventure blog Celebrate Life's Adventures Connect with Tazim via Twitter or on Facebook .

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