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Regular use of car shampoo and car cleaner is crucial to maintaining the visual and physical value of your vehicle. By choosing high-quality products and following proven application methods, you can ensure that your car is not only clean, but also protected for the long term.

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  • NAP Care

    "CAR-CLEAN" Car Shampoo with Sealant

    2-in-1 Car Shampoo and Sealant for Shiny Cleanliness

    In stock (12 units)
    From 8,87€ 22,07€
    Inhalt: 500mlUnit price (17,74€ / l)
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  • D-CON

    Snow-Foam-Concentrate Cleaning Foam

    Ultimate cleaning foam for scratch-free car care

    Low stock (5× 500ml)
    From 10,78€ 16,58€
    Inhalt: 500mlUnit price (21,56€ / l)
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  • "SD1" Iron Thixo Rapid Car Shampoo (Decontaminating)
    Decontamination

    INNOVACAR

    "SD1" Iron Thixo Rapid Car Shampoo (Decontaminating)

    Removes stubborn surface rust with thixotropic formula

    In stock (2 units)
    From 15,48€ 30,95€
    Inhalt: 1000mlUnit price (15,48€ / l)
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  • Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER

    THE FINISHER "HelloWhite" AntiGilb

    Stain remover with instant effect

    In stock (7 units)
    48,68€ 53,23€
    Inhalt: 1000mlUnit price (48,68€ / l)
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  • Dr. Wack "S100"

    "S100" Power Bike Shampoo for Motorcycles

    Ultra gentle & powerful motorcycle wash thanks to innovative foam

    In stock (3 units)
    From 23,56€ 27,72€
    Inhalt: 1000mlUnit price (23,56€ / l)
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  • Koch-Chemie

    Active Foam X-Mas "Afx" Intensive Foam with Christmas Scent

    Effektive Fahrzeugreinigung mit festlichem Duft für die Weihnachtszeit

    Low stock (6× 10kg)
    From 70,37€ 78,19€
    Inhalt: 10lUnit price (7,04€ / l)
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The ultimate guide to car shampoo and car cleaner

Car care is part art, part science, and picking the right products when you buy makes all the difference. In this guide we zero in on two essentials – car shampoo and car cleaner – and share what we’ve learned about choosing and using them, so your car ends up not just clean but properly protected.

Car shampoo: for a glossy wash

Why car shampoo matters: A good car shampoo lifts dirt off without touching the paint. It’s built to gently break down road grime and fallout while looking after the wax layer already on the car.

Picking the right car shampoo: Go for pH-neutral shampoos with no harsh chemicals. Ones that top up wax or sealant give you a bit of extra protection and gloss.

Car cleaner: a deep clean for your car

Why car cleaners count: Car cleaners go past surface washing and tackle the stubborn stuff – tar, tree sap, baked-on spots. They prep the paint for polishing and waxing.

How to use them: Always test the cleaner on a hidden spot first. Follow the instructions, and keep the car out of direct sun while you work so it doesn’t dry into streaks.