Is it same if i cover my car or let it open on direct sunlight?

[chrisalviola]

would the heat generated by covering my car under the sun would still fade its paint?
since maybe its more hotter inside the plastic cover since there's no air circulation would this still make my car paint fade more?

 

[collinsmark]

The main cause of degradation isn't the heat caused by the sunlight, but rather the ultraviolet part of the sunlight itself. So if you are worried about the car's finish, a cover will help.

And even though there is not much air circulation, the temperature of the car will still be less than the temperature of the opaque cover.

 

[pallidin]

Thermal heat MAY(not always) be increased, but think "ultraviolet" which is much more damaging yet blocked by covering.

 

[Jasongreat]

And also think about the movement of the cover, I have seen plenty of cars that were covered religiously that had spots worn all over the paint job because of wind moving the cover around. Imo let the thing fade and repair the paint when it is no longer up to your standards, just keep in mind that this advice is coming from one whos truck only gets washed when it rains.

 

[LudusRex]

I would say that covering your car or leaving it open in direct sunlight can have different effects on the car's paint. The heat generated by covering the car may indeed contribute to the fading of the paint, as the trapped heat can cause the paint to expand and contract, leading to cracking and peeling. However, leaving the car open in direct sunlight can also cause damage to the paint, as the UV rays from the sun can break down the paint molecules and cause fading over time. Additionally, the lack of air circulation under the plastic cover may also contribute to the buildup of moisture and heat, which can further damage the paint. Ultimately, the best way to protect your car's paint from fading would be to park it in a shaded area or use a car cover specifically designed to allow for proper air circulation.