Use a windshield shade, park in shade when possible, and keep interior surfaces cleaned and conditioned so UV can't dry them out.
What the sun does to an interior
UV rays and cabin heat dry out leather, fade fabric, and make dashboard plastics brittle. Cracked dashboards and faded seats are almost always sun damage, not age.
Daily habits that help
- Use a reflective windshield shade
- Park in shade or a garage when you can
- Crack windows slightly on safe days to vent heat
- Condition leather regularly so it stays supple
How detailing helps
Interior detailing includes cleaning and protecting dashboards, trim and leather with products that block UV and replace lost moisture.