Car washes are hugely convenient, and even better, they save water.
They also help avoid the risk of cleaning products damaging gardens or lawns when cars are washed at home.
The only challenge of vehicle automation
This issue came up in severalelectric vehicleowner forums.
Many drivers shared the challenge of their cargoing directly into parkonce they got out of the vehicle.
@LucidMotors high pressure water test!!!
Chipped windshield canopy has held up fairly well & NO LEAKS!!!
5K M test coming up soon!
No, unless there is a spectacularly unusual malfunction.
EVs undergo rigorous testing before they leave the factory, including asoak test.
Further, the electrical components are carefully sealed to prevent water penetration.
So dont do that.
For now, many manufacturers recommend either hand wash forcleaning LIDAR, radar,cameras, or more high-techsolutions.
Story byCate Lawrence
Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin.
