These days, car covers are made for just about all vehicles, including compact cars, SUVs, or mid-sized cars. So, no matter the type of vehicle one has, it definitely needs to be protected with a car cover. Protecting the vehicle helps your vehicle stay in pristine condition as it shields it from harmful external factors. In the end, protecting the vehicle doesn’t mean that you need to put in a lot of effort and time.

A car cover is just a small quality investment which will actually save you money in the long run. Here is why you should invest in a good car cover:

1. Weather
The most important reason why one should invest in a car cover is to protect it from all sorts of weather. In sunnier climates, the UV rays of the sun could wreak havoc on a vehicle, damaging the paint, causing rubber trims to crack, and the interiors to degenerate. Some covers are made with UV-resistant materials that work well in sunny climates. Excessive moisture, such as snow and rain can also damage the finish of a vehicle. Materials such as those in the WeatherShield HP or Noah car covers work well in humid regions. Not only are these breathable but they are also highly water repellent, making sure that there is no moisture that could possibly stay between the exterior of the car and the cover.

2. Environmental nuisances
Bird droppings, pollen, and dust tend to damage the vehicle more than you can imagine. Car covers are a blessing in such cases. Choose machine-washable materials in car covers. These enable protection from environmental problems and allow you to launder and wash the cover regularly, keeping them clean.

3. People
Whether you like it or not, people tend to cause harm to your vehicle. If you park your car anywhere close to a playground, your paint may not seem as new within just a few days. Although the damage isn’t deliberate, children’s bikes, scooters, balls, frisbees, etc, could scratch the bumpers and the body of the vehicle. Adults can also sometimes cause damage while walking or driving by. As a result, use a cover that is thick and provides protection from dings, dents, or scratches.

4. Animals
Your furry and fluffy friends maybe your best friends, but they’re not best friends with your vehicle. Dogs, cats, and rodents such as chipmunks, possums, mice, and squirrels keep lurking around cars, causing hair, dirt, or scratches on the vehicle. Car covers keep animals away, protecting your paint at the very least. This could even deter them from making themselves at home inside your vehicles.