Correct answer: Yes, especially if it has been in a beach area because sand and salt can accelerate the appearance of rust spots on the bodywork.

Yes. On vacation, a car usually covers many kilometers, often carrying a load, so you should check the tires, brakes, lights, and fluid levels when you return, even if you prepared it before leaving. If you have been to the beach, wash it soon, including underneath, because sand and salt make rust appear sooner on the body.

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