As the climate in Japan is generally warm and dry, they don’t salt their roads during the winter months. Therefore, most cars produced by Japanese manufacturers have little to no underbody protection. When Japanese imports are driven in the UK, there is more risk of corrosion due to our wetter weather conditions. While fresh water will naturally cause corrosion over time, the salty mixture on our roads accelerates the process, meaning that your Japanese car will suffer. Rust will eventually eat through the car’s metallic components and potentially compromising the structure of the car’s underbody.
Because of this, it is highly recommended that you use a rust treatment to protect your vehicle from damage and prevent costly repair work.