How to Clean Your Car Like a Pro with Auto Gard

I've been rearing to write about this a couple of weeks ago but my schedules were just pretty tight. I had about 3 events every day so think about that LOL. Anyway, I tried and schedule to have my van cleaned and take photos of it but when I arrived in my friendly neighborhood car wash, there were like 8 cars in the garage and no obvious place to take pretty photos of the experience using these new products (^_^) and heaven forbid they should make some space for me but I figured I could always tell you how it is on how to use these products. I asked the car wash boys to use it (I admit I don't really wash cars that much!) and they were a little hesitant at first. They have their own different set of soaps and shampoos and it wouldn't be done faster, but I arranged this a couple of weeks ago with the owner and I only got the nod the day before so they didn't really have any choice, I'm that convincing. 

 Our van is the Mitsubishi Space Gear Delica Executive Edition, obviously from the same Japanese car maker. It's green and it's a bit old, but very comfy. The version we had wasn't the short one and is pretty roomy. The reason I don't really wash cars is because it's a real burden to do because I normally use rags, soap and foam. Takes me around a couple of hours to finish because I want it clean as a whisk. Add to that a real weird phenomena, because of the 5 times I did that, it rained 4x afterwards. Imagine my face after seeing it clean and dry in the morning, then wet and full of marks in the afternoon. Not funny. I spend quite an enormous amount of time wiping it with rags and newspapers so I could see the glass shine. I only thought about having it cleaned by other people because with the labor and back aches I got from doing it my self I don't think it'll be worth it. But this might actually change my mind.

Have you heard of Auto-Gard? They sent me a full cleaning kit a few weeks ago and I wanted to put it to the test. I had them use the Auto Gard Car Wash Shampoo. When I saw the brand, I thought I probably have seen it a couple of times as they've been in the market since the 90's. It comes with instructions on how to use it, but I think it's pretty simple. You just have to know the ratio, 5 bottle caps in 4 liters of water. You can use a sponge and do the karate kid moves so you can hone your skills and battle the forces of evil afterwards. This takes no rocket science and you just need to rub it in on the front of the van and work your way to the back. It was not as thick as I thought it would be and it was easy to apply. What's good is that even after all these things, it's going to be fine on the paint because it wouldn't promote oxidation. Doesn't that sound so re-assuring?

The sponge they were using at the car wash was actually a little dirty and worn out so I also asked the kind kuya to use this instead. The Auto-Gard Super Sponge was handy, and it was better because one dip on the pail means it could get more of the Auto-Gard Shampoo solution in one go. It's a time saver, aside from that, it takes care of the surface of the van without being too abrasive. Plus it made all the windows clean, no lint residues on the surface at all. You also don't need to put too much effort drying and polishing the car. It's that good.

For those who fear the infamous water marks, fear not because they won't leave you standing in the rain. They've got the Auto-Gard Waffle Weave Drying Towel to make sure you've got those removed. You can also use this and squeeze the water off and you won't have a hard time to get the car dry. Again, that's just going to be less time for chores and more time with the bae, I mean family. Believe it or not, this cloth can actually absorb 10x its weight in water. I would have used this on my oily face but the van is our priority today! Ha-ha!

Aside from that, I also had another guy get the job finished with this Auto-Gard High Performance Microfiber Cloth. This thing attracts and lifts dirt and dust so if you've got some left on the van, then it's going to be easy to check every nook and cranny. If you're van is clean and you don't leave anything wet, then you're taking care of your vehicle right. No water means no rust, no rust means you're going to have your car last for a long time. It's your baby, it's your high ticket investment, and Auto-Gard is just the right way to take care of it. By using the right cleaning materials and products,  it would benefit you, your friends and family for generations to come. Your car isn't just a tool to get you from point A to point B, it's your refuge, it deserves proper care. You spend a LOT of time in it and if you don't take care of it, it won't be getting that great resale value either if you plan to upgrade in the future.

For those who want to experience Auto-Gard you can get them easy at Ace Hardware, Handyman, Wilcon Depot, Truevalue and all leading car wash shops nationwide. Oh by the way, the guys over at the car wash wanted to keep the left over shampoo and cleaning kit, but NOPE, not gonna happen! It's mine!

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/*cto,photo of van not mine.

The 5th Philippine International Motor Show

It was a night of fun and laughter as we joined the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) a few nights ago at Draft at the Fort Strip when the shakers and movers of different car manufacturers in launching the 5th Philippine International Motor Show. It will happen on September 18-21, 2014 and on these 4 fun filled days they'll be whipping out new concept cars, their new flagship vehicles and internationally released ones just to be seen in the Philippines. Last year was well attended and this is why they are even bringing more things to the table including additional facilities for after sales service sections so brands can show how they implement best practices after consumers get their cars. There's new software and prime technologies included in the exhibit where other brands would also be able to see competitors in the same industry to ultimately trump each other. Consumers then would be able to check where research and development goes as far as the automotive industry is concerned.

Hon. Gov. Jose Alvarez, the Chairman Emeritus of CAMPI, was so happy to see the participants getting bigger every year and thanked the Presidents and Executives of the respective brands. With the advent of even bigger profits this year pegged 22% this 2014, the future seems bright with the Philippine auto industry. This years exhibitors will include Beijing based BAIC and China's JMC, German car maker BMW, Mercedes Benz, Volkswagen, Korea's Daewoo, Kia, Japan's Honda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki, Lexus and French car maker Peugeot.

Atty. Rommel Gutierrez says that it's also the perfect time to show that the organization is serious about driving economic progress in the country. They are ready to make the theme "Progress in Motion" a reality, that's why they are eager to show this year's line of exclusive, prototype cars to aid and see where we are right now in the automotive business line. 

Dante Santos, the current VP of CAMPI also informed us that this won't be a complete celebration without getting in the consumers in the mix, before the toast, he told us that there will be huge sales that will only be offered on PIMS days at the World Trade Center and you won't see them anywhere else. Aside from big savings, you will also be able to take advantage of perks coming from the brands directly... some of which can't be even seen in display rooms anywhere else. Other than that, you'll learn more about the newest model of cars available in the Philippine market and get the best deals without breaking a sweat. Meet ups of car clubs, pretty car show models, accessories, parts and services will be at your fingertips if you come over. Remember, it all starts when you come to the World Trade Center Philippines on the 18th of September. Be with the world's best car manufacturers even by staying in one place and you'll see what the Philippine International Motor Show is all about!

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