A lot of car covers are, admittedly, indistinguishable: Despite the sales jargon, most are simple canvas or nylon/poly covers with perhaps some sort of weather protection (or not) and maybe a soft interior lining (ditto). So we decided to test different types of car covers to gauge the performance and abilities of each. Your best bet is to get a model-specific car cover that's sized to fit your exact vehicle. This can be as easy as inputting your vehicle's model information online to get a correct fit. These can get pricey, but the ideal fit is a safer bet than with a universal cover. How We Tested Car Covers For this testing category, we first took note of each car cover’s materials. Strong and breathable materials that prevent water accumulation and mold scored better in this category. During testing, we observed how the material stretched across our test vehicle and gauged its durability, noting any rips or tears. Fit : Many car covers we tested featured an elastic hem for the front and rear of the vehicle, but not the sides. As this cover had an elastic hem around the entirety, it meant that the car cover snugly fit onto our test vehicle. Fitting this cover to the car was so easy that it drew comparisons from our testing team to putting a fitted bed sheet on a mattress. We gave the highest scores in this category to snug-fitting car covers that managed to envelop the entire vehicle. Loose-fitting car covers that can be well-secured with tie-down straps could still receive a high score in this category. Car covers that are especially baggy or could blow off in a strong wind scored poorly in this category.

Fit : This cover fits as well as any custom-fit car cover that we tested, and we noticed no excess material. If the fit is a little baggy, the Tour Performance cover has integrated tie-down straps.

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In the case of the four traditional car covers, we installed them on vehicles of the correct size. Prior to installation, we cleaned each vehicle thoroughly to remove any dust or other grime that would interfere with our results. We then left each cover on for a month to see how well they held up to late-summer Michigan thunderstorms and protected each car against moisture, dust, and other contaminants. Indoor : This type of car cover is meant to protect your vehicle from the hazards of the garage. While you may view your garage as a safe place to store your vehicle, the dust that’s typically found in a garage can ruin your car’s paint. Additionally, this type of cover should protect against any accidental bumps or dings when you pull out gear from your garage.

The Monsoon covers are winter car covers for use in temperatures below 70f / 21c. If you require a year round cover, we suggest that Stormforce will be a better option If you are a club secretary and feel we could offer a discount to your club members then please feel free to get in touch and we can have a chat and go through the process with you. Material : The polypropylene used with the Tour Performance is tough and tear-resistant but doesn’t allow for much stretch. This may not hold up as well as multi-layer car covers but is nonetheless suitable for all weather conditions.Fit : This cover fit our test car perfectly. The elastic hem is strong enough to keep the cover secure without the need for additional straps. However, CarCovers.com does have a strap to keep this cover secured in high winds. Plastic car covers are fitted with with an elastic hem to ensure a tight fit and offer protection from tar, paint, dirt, dust, and weather.

Our review team recently caught up with Kyle Marker, Parts Manager at Leith Lincoln in Raleigh, NC, to discuss his favorite car products and accessories.Price wasn’t one of our testing criteria, but it would be unwise to overlook the cost of a product. This car cover offers quality indoor protection at an affordable price. It should also be noted that the manufacturer mentions that the cover is somewhat UV-resistant. We think this car cover excels in every important category: it’s made from a durable material, is easy to install, and fits like a glove (due in part to model-specific sizing). If you’re looking to buy a car protector, you’ll need to know the dimensions of your car. You can measure this by hand, or find the right dimensions online, so you can choose a cover that fits snugly. Our advice is to go for one a little bigger than the dimensions of your car. You want a snug fit, but not too tight. Waterproof Car Cover