Glossary / General

wax

15 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Wax is a product you put on a car to make it shiny and protect it from dirt and water. It helps keep the car looking good for a long time.

Technical Definition

Wax is a protective coating applied to car surfaces, including wheels, to enhance shine and protect against dirt, moisture, and other contaminants. It helps maintain the appearance and longevity of the surface.

Hear It Discussed

"...and I will wax them but not take the wax off"
We Tried A Polar Plunge, Then Remembered We’re Texans In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 14:07

"[6456.4s] Just keeping your car generally very clean. [6456.4s] There's some good waxes out there too, right? [6458.4s] That'll prevent it, protect it against [6460.1s] like little sand blasts..."
Durango Hellcat Review; Waymo vs Taxi; Mercedes Update The Smoking Tire 47:42

"Use a wax. That wax is probably only going to last within two to three weeks, four weeks, depending on what kind of wax."
Asking The Detailing Experts Anything! (Live Forum with Garage Therapy) 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 10:38