Motorists complain about quality of mobile car wash

Some motorists have expressed concern over the quality of services provided by "mobile" car wash attendants stationed in the parking lots of malls and hypermarkets.

Vehicles washed by such attendants are often found with scratches at various places, including on the windshield, windows and sometimes the body paint, it is learnt.

As dust storms are expected to continue over the next few days, "mobile" car wash attendants are anticipating brisk business due to an increase in customers who seek to avoid long queues at car wash facilities at petrol stations as well as standalone centres.

But some motorists have complained that despite the convenience, services of attendants working in the parking lots of malls and hypermarkets come with several risks.

"Rinsing the car with a high-pressure spray removes dust and grime thoroughly and prevents dirt from clinging onto the towel. Otherwise, the towel will leave scratches on the body, windshield and other parts of the vehicle," a vehicle owner said.

He added, "Motorists who opt for the waterless car wash service expose their vehicles to such risks when the layer of dust and dirt is thick, especially if their cars have not been washed for several days."

Another risk, according to the owner, is the use of "special chemicals" or industrial grade detergent, which could leave hard-to-remove stains or, in some cases, lead to permanent discolouration of the car's body paint.

Another motorist argued that even if parking lot car wash attendants use water, the dirt is mixed with the towel when it is dipped into the washing bucket.

"Car wash services inside parking lots are very cheap at QR10 to QR15 per car compared to the standard rates charged by petrol stations. However, these attendants only use one bucket of water when cleaning a car," he said. [Read more on Gulf Times]

 

Sometimes instead of saving extra bucks we are going to spend more for the consequences. It's a warning all car owners and I advise you to bring your car to a car wash station that you believe offers quality service.

 

yes your right @Bonjiek Dakoykoy. Better go the car wash station that has offer good service..and one i recommended is Woqod Auto Carwash..
I kept looking while they worked on our car. And they are so detail oriented. They didn't act rushed. They gave my car the attention he deserved. My car looks like new. feels like new. I had forgotten how good my car could look when properly cared for. I feel very happy with the work.Highly recommended ! Forgot to mention that these guys are very friendly ! Very nice people ..we will continue to go to them because they are the best at what they do...