The Silent Threat: Brake Dust and Wheel Corrosion

Chris Woolman • September 4, 2024

BRAKE DUST MAY SEEM HARMLESS, BUT IT'S NOT!

Brake dust, a byproduct of your car’s braking system, may seem harmless, but it’s a silent threat to your vehicle’s wheels. This fine, powdery substance is highly corrosive, and over time, it can etch away at the finish of your car’s wheels or even penetrate the metal itself. When brake dust accumulates on your wheels, it creates a breeding ground for moisture, attracting more dirt and further accelerating the corrosion process.

Regular cleaning not only keeps your wheels looking their best but also helps to protect them from the damaging effects of brake dust and other environmental factors. At Octane Detailing, we not only clean your wheels thoroughly and properly, but we always apply an SiO2 Spray Coating to the face of your wheels. This not only protects them, but makes them easier to clean next time!

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The Hidden Danger: Your Dirty Steering Wheel

By Chris Woolman • September 23, 2024
We spend a lot of time focusing on keeping the exterior of our cars clean and shiny, but what about the interior? More specifically, how often do you think about cleaning your steering wheel? Your steering wheel is a germ magnet. The average steering wheel is six times dirtier than your smartphone screen! That's right, the very surface you grip to control your car is loaded with bacteria.

Removing Iron And Other Contaminants From Your Paint

By Chris Woolman • September 3, 2024
You are looking at a chemical iron remover doing what it does best. Iron removers have the extraordinary ability to dissolve and remove iron contaminants that have bonded with your car’s paint like a clingy ex-lover, but it comes at a cost.. They stink!