How to Protect Your Car From the Florida Sun

UV breaks down clear coat, fades plastic trim and dries out leather. In Florida that process runs year round, not just in summer.

Exterior protection

Keep a sealant or ceramic coating on the paint, wash off bird droppings and sap quickly, and park in shade or a garage whenever you can.

Interior protection

Use a UV-resistant plastic protectant on the dash, condition leather regularly, and use a windshield sunshade when parked in open lots.

What detailing can reverse

Light oxidation on paint often polishes out completely. Cracked dashboards and severely faded plastic can be cleaned and protected, but not restored — which is why protection beats repair.