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Boston Winter Car Survival Kit

The only 5 products you need to protect your car from December to March.

MUST-HAVE

Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic Spray Coating

Turtle Wax Ceramic Spray

Winter superpower: Creates a slick barrier that prevents salt bonding to paint and makes snow removal easier.

❄️ Boston Application: Apply in late November before first snowfall. Reapply mid-January after extreme storms.
🛒 Buy on Amazon - $19.97

Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss

Chemical Guys Citrus Wash

Winter superpower: Salt-dissolving formula works in freezing temperatures (unlike most car soaps).

🧊 Pro Tip: Use at touchless car washes when temps drop below 25°F to avoid door freeze.
🛒 Buy on Amazon - $14.99
LIFESAVER

303 Rubber Seal Protectant

303 Rubber Protectant

Winter superpower: Prevents door and trunk seals from freezing shut during Boston cold snaps.

🚪 Critical: Apply to all rubber seals in November and January to avoid tearing.
🛒 Buy on Amazon - $17.99

CarGuys Plastic Restorer

CarGuys Plastic Restorer

Winter superpower: Rejuvenates salt-damaged exterior plastics (bumpers, trim) before spring.

⏳ Timing: Use during January thaw and again in March to prevent permanent damage.
🛒 Buy on Amazon - $16.99

McKee's 37 Road Kill Tar Remover

McKee's Road Kill

Winter superpower: Removes stubborn road brine and de-icer residue from lower panels.

🛣️ Boston Specific: Essential for cleaning wheel wells after driving on treated highways.
🛒 Buy on Amazon - $12.99

Boston Winter Care Schedule

November 15-30:

  • Wash + clay bar
  • Apply ceramic spray coating
  • Treat all rubber seals

December-February:

  • Every 2 weeks: Citrus Wash rinse
  • After storms: Undercarriage flush
  • January thaw: Plastic trim treatment

March 1-15:

  • Full decontamination wash
  • Road Kill treatment for brine
  • Inspect for salt damage
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