The British Empire surrenders to its rebellious colonies. October 19, 1781. America declared its independence in 1776, but it took another five years to win freedom from the British. That day came on October 19, 1781, when the British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered his troops in Yorktown, Virginia.
In fact, automatic car washes can be safer for your car's finish than washing your car yourself because do-it-yourselfers sometimes don't use enough water to safely remove dirt; or they wash the car in direct sunlight -- which can burn spots in the paint.
Rinse your car completely with the hose. Be careful with metal hose nozzles and metal parts of your clothing to protect your car. Jewelry and watches are best kept away for your carâs paintwork. Plastic or rubber water nozzles can be a good low cost investment. Wash the roof first, then the hood, then the trunk.