CAFU's Essential Car Care Tips During COVID-19

Introduction

CAFU, the car refueling, washing, and maintenance service in Dubai, has released a series of car care tips aimed at ensuring the safety of drivers and their families while protecting their vehicles from the COVID-19 virus during the pandemic. To demonstrate its support for the community, a comprehensive list of car safety tips can be found on CAFU Cares, a dedicated section on the "CAFU" website for car owners, drivers, and passengers of all ages.

General Manager's Statement

Antonio Al-Asmar, General Manager at CAFU, stated, "CAFU is proud to serve the community by always striving to play our part in making life better for our customers in everything we do. We care deeply about keeping our community safe during COVID-19 and reducing the spread of the virus. The CAFU Cares COVID tips are designed to help vehicle owners take practical steps to protect themselves, their families, and other passengers as they commute safely each day."

The Importance of Vehicle Care

After home and work, the car is the third place where individuals spend significant time. Therefore, continuous efforts must be made to ensure that the vehicle remains clean and free from viruses. CAFU ensures that drivers stay safe and maintain their daily routines normally.

CAFU's Car Care Tips

To support this effort, CAFU encourages people to follow these steps:

• Clean Your Keys

  It’s easy to overlook this, but your car keys are among the most frequently touched personal items. Wipe them down thoroughly with a disinfectant solution before and after every trip.

• Clean Your Car's Interior

  Use antibacterial wipes to clean your car. Disinfect frequently touched hard surfaces such as the steering wheel, gear shift, instrument panel, seat belts, radio controls, cup holders, door pockets, and any other areas that may be touched. Don’t forget the dashboard, paying special attention to the areas around the air conditioning vents.

• Maintain Exterior Cleanliness

  The goal of keeping your car's exterior clean is not just for good maintenance; during times of virus spread, extra effort should be made to clean and care for frequently touched areas such as door handles and the car doors themselves.

• Limit Passengers

  Be sure to follow government regulations regarding the number of passengers allowed. Generally, driving alone is safer. However, if it is necessary to take one or more passengers, ask them to take the same precautions you do.

• Ventilate Between Trips

  Leaving your car windows slightly open between trips allows fresh air to circulate and may reduce the risk of contamination.

• Be Mindful of Items Transported

  Any materials you carry in your car may increase the likelihood of introducing germs. Avoid placing groceries and other goods in the back seat; instead, put them in the trunk.

• Let "CAFU" Fuel Up for You

  International studies have shown that gas pump handles are more contaminated than public elevator buttons. Request one of our drivers to bring fuel to your desired location.

• Bacteria-Resistant Car Wash Service

  For additional peace of mind, CAFU offers the SuperShine™ car wash service in several cities, which includes a deep clean of both the exterior and interior of the vehicle using antibacterial products.