Caring for your car isn’t just about keeping it clean and in good condition – it’s also an opportunity to make more sustainable choices. Traditional car washing often uses large amounts of water and chemicals that can harm the environment. But with the right methods and products, you can reduce your impact without compromising on results. Here are some of the most important ways to wash your car more sustainably:
Here are some of the most important ways to wash your car more sustainably:
1. Choose the Right Place to Wash Your Car
Washing your car on the driveway or street means that dirt, oil residues, and chemicals can flow directly into storm drains and eventually into lakes and waterways.
Instead, do this:
Wash your car at an approved car wash facility or use a service that employs closed-loop water treatment systems – like Ecoshine.
2. Use Eco-Labeled Car Care Products
Many cleaning agents contain harsh chemicals that don’t break down in nature.
Keep in mind:
Choose car shampoo, degreasers, and wheel cleaners with eco-labels or biodegradable ingredients. It’s better for both the environment and your car.
3. Reduce Water Consumption
A traditional car wash can use up to 200 liters of water – per vehicle.
An alternative:
Steam cleaning uses minimal water, often less than 5 liters, while still delivering a thorough clean. Ecoshine uses steam technology that saves water and cleans deeply.
4. Avoid Washing Too Often
While it’s important to keep your car clean to protect the paint and undercarriage, weekly washes aren’t always necessary.
Tip:
Wash your car when it truly needs it – for example, after long trips, heavy road salting, or during pollen season.
5. Handle Chemicals and Waste Properly
Oil residues, degreasers, and car care products should never be poured down the drain.
Do it right:
Take leftover products and empty containers to a recycling or hazardous waste station.
Ecoshine – A Climate-Smart Alternative to Traditional Car Washing
At Ecoshine, we use steam-based car care, completely without high pressure and with minimal chemical use. This drastically reduces water consumption and is gentle on both your car and the environment. At the same time, it provides deep cleaning that reaches tight spaces and effectively removes dirt.
Want to care for your car – and the planet? Welcome to book a treatment with us.