Spring Into Protection: Why Now Is the Best Time for Rust Prevention

April 08, 2025

Rust: it’s a vehicles owner’s worst nightmare. It starts small but can quickly spread, compromising your vehicle’s structure and resale value. While many people associate rust prevention with winter, spring is actually the perfect time to act and here’s why: 

  • Leftover Road Salt & Moisture: Winter leaves behind a harmful mix of salt and grime on your vehicle. As temperatures rise, this residue can react with spring rain, accelerating rust formation. 

  • Spring Showers & Humidity: More moisture in the air means higher chances of oxidation and rust spreading, especially on your undercarriage. 

  • Perfect Time for Maintenance: Spring is the season of fresh starts, making it the ideal time to inspect your vehicle for winter damage and reinforce its protection. 

Why Ziebart is the Trusted Partner in Rust Protection 

For over 65 years, Ziebart has been the leader in rust protection, helping car owners extend the life of their vehicles. Our factory-trained technicians apply a powerful, moisture-blocking formula that seals out corrosion and keeps your car protected year-round. 

How to Prevent Rust Before It Starts 

  • Genuine Rust Protection: Our industry-leading rust protection formula is professionally applied to your vehicle’s most vulnerable areas, sealing out moisture and stopping rust before it starts. 

  • Undercoating Services: Protect your vehicle’s underside from salt, water, and debris with our durable undercoating, designed to provide long-term defense against rust and corrosion. In select locations, try our NEW Wax Based Undercoating, an advanced formula with superior flexibility, self-healing properties, and enhanced rust resistance. Check with your local Ziebart for availability. 

  • Yearly Maintenance Matters: A one-time rust treatment is good, but annual inspections and touch-ups are essential to maintaining full protection. Our Maintenance Program provides expert reapplications where needed to keep rust at bay for the life of your vehicle. 

Ziebart’s proven rust protection services ensure your vehicle stays strong, safe, and showroom new for years to come. Spring into action and protect your investment today! 

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