# Why Dealership & Tunnel Car Washes Are Destroying Your Paint (And What To Do About It)

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Podcast: [The Auto Detailing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367)
Published: 2026-04-08T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Just bought a new car… and after ONE wash it's covered in water spots? That's exactly what happened to one of my customers with a brand new Audi Q5—and the crazy part is, it already had a ceramic coating on it. In this episode, I break down what REALLY causes water spots, why dealership washes and tunnel car washes are doing more harm than good, and how to safely fix the problem without scratching your paint. Because here's the truth… It's not the car. It's not even the coating. It's the process. We'll cover: Why water spots happen (and why they're NOT just dirt) The hidden problems with dealership washes What tunnel car washes actually do to your paint The biggest mistake people make trying to remove water spots How to safely remove water spots without swirl marks Why protection and drying are the most important steps How to prevent this from happening again If you've ever used a tunnel wash, dealership wash, or let your car air dry… this episode is for you. PRODUCTS TALKED ABOUT: The Gloss Boss: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TGB Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TAS or on Amazon https://amzn.to/4r5UxYr The Super Soaper: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TSS or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/49KEM2d Picture Perfect Polish: https://jimbosdetailing.com/PPP or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4sQWpWu Microfiber towels: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/orange-wash-microfiber or https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/everyday-microfiber Cut & Finish Pad: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/cut-finish-pad or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LsxJ69 Finishing Pad: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/black-finishing-pad or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJNDCPTG SHOP ALL JIMBO'S DETAILING ON AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3LX3mVE car detailing, water spots car, remove wa…

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