As Canadian drivers, we know the seasonal drill: winter arrives, and our roads are instantly coated in a corrosive cocktail of salt, sand, and liquid brine that loves to eat away at vehicles. When it comes to defending your major investment against rust, the choices can be confusing, usually boiling down to the traditional oil-based spray versus the “high-tech” electronic module. Many of our customers ask us which option really stands up to our harsh northern climate. It’s a vital question because proper rustproofing isn’t just about keeping your car looking sleek; it’s about ensuring its structural integrity and maintaining its resale value over the long haul.
Here is the honest truth from the auto body trenches: for standard passenger vehicles driving on salted roads, time-tested oil or wax-based sprays are vastly superior to electronic devices. Electronic modules rely on cathodic protection principles used successfully on ships, but they generally require the metal to be submerged in water to complete the circuit; they simply cannot offer adequate protection against intermittent salt spray in the open air. In contrast, a professional oil spray creates a durable physical barrier that coats the undercarriage and, crucially, “creeps” deep into hidden seams, spot welds, and crevices where rust always begins. For reliable survival through a Canadian winter, skip the gadgets and stick with the proven physical protection of a quality spray application.
Did You Know? Our Port Elgin location also a Krown Rust Control services. Click here for more information.
