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Are you the proud owner of an electric car?  Want to test drive the FIRST EVER car cover built specifically for electric cars?

Here are the details:

• We’re giving away a free electric car cover to one lucky customer!  To enter, go to our website by clicking here.

• Fill out the form and you’re automatically entered to win.

• The winner will be announced by May 25th.  We will send you the new cover, and all we ask is for you to take pictures of the cover on your car to share with us and other customers!

Yes, it really is that easy to win!  So enter today and be the first of your friends to own the only car cover specifically for electric cars- brought to you exclusively from Empire Covers.

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-Stephanie

Whether you live in a snowy location or a sunny location it is in your best interest to invest in a proper car/truck/cab/SUV cover. By taking the precautions to prevent weather damage you are, in turn, saving yourself the time and money it takes to fix the harm. Take the time to look through various covers and find out what the best cover is for you and your weather conditions. There is a cover for every climate it just takes a few moments to research and figure out what right for you and your vehicle.

If you live in weather conditions where there is rain, wind, and snow it is important to look into specific feature of a cover that can protect against the proper weather. Make sure to find a cover that is able to withstand the moisture and if it is not 100% waterproof find one that is breathable so that any water or moisture that does come under the cover will evaporate. This will ensure that mold and mildew will not appear in the cold and wet months. Also, make sure that the cover does have straps, buckles, or bungees to allow the cover to stay properly in place. By allowing this extra set of protection you protect your ride from high winds.

If you live in a sunny area then it is important to try and find a cover that has UV protection. This will protect not only the car but the lifetime of the cover itself. By offering certain amounts of sun protection the cover will be able to outlast one without such a feature. The car itself will be protected by the sun allowing the car to stay cooler and cleaner.

So no matter the conditions that you live in it is always important to do research and find the benefits of vehicle covers. Sure you will be spending some money because you have to purchase the cover but the money you save by having one far exceeds the cost.

Fall is a time of year that creates picturesque images of trees changing, leaves falling, and a cleansing break in the summer heat that it just seems mandatory to have a smile permanently painted on your face. However, while you are basking in the bliss of this beautiful oasis your car is not as happy.

A single leaf contains many different elements our hypnotized eyes can not spot. When leaves are left on cars and when wet or dampened the saps of the leaves, along with other chemicals, are stamped onto the car. This then creates a sappy mess on the body of your car. In which case it is necessary to go out and buy the proper wax and cleaning supplies to correct the situation or worst a professional will need to examine the situation with a trained eye. Either way, the hassle, annoyance, and cost to repair leaf damage or any other fall season elements is enough to rip your hair out.

What if there was a way to prevent the foreseeable problem? Car covers are a perfect solution to preventing a weather induced nuance and maintaining your cars natural glow. A protective barrier like a car cover can improve the quality of the cars appearance and create a low maintenance plan for the protection and safety of your vehicle. By using water proof and non-abrasive car covers the quality and life of your paint job could last beyond expectations. Your car could weather any season not just fall.

So by creating a solution before a problem you are allowing less time spent on car repair and more time enjoying the scenery this fall season. Enjoy the leaves falling or take a deep breathe of fresh, crisp air because you know your car is protected. This security will comfort you so that all you have to worry about is the upcoming holiday rush.

If you cannot keep your vehicle in a garage or other fixed shelter that provides all round protection for your car, truck or boat then you need to consider covering your vehicle to give it the protection it needs.

Bodywork paint is susceptible to a range of environmental factors including the weather with rain causing rust and general discoloration and the sun in particular is a major cause of faded paint work. It is not just the weather that you have to be aware of when you are looking to protect the appearance of your car as there are other factors that contribute to the deterioration of paint and bodywork. Bird droppings are highly acidic and will actually eat away at paint exposing the bodywork so that other agents can create damage, particularly water. Even if no bodywork is exposed, the chemical components will react with each other causing the development of ugly discoloured spots on your car as well as damaging the shine you are able to produce from waxing and cleaning.

Many times you will see a vehicle parked up in the yard or on the drive in front of the garage and a host of kids running around with bicycles and toys; all of these things inevitably result in some form of collision with your car and create scratches, dings and indentations. You need to ensure that your vehicle has enough protection from the elements, from wildlife and animals and simple things like a ball bouncing off the hood as the children are playing.

The best form of outdoor protection for your car is a quality car cover. Modern materials are able to provide a waterproof protective layer which will minimize the impact of rain on your paintwork and the effect of rust which can develop under the paint work and remain unseen until substantial amounts of damage have been caused. You should also ensure that the car cover is made of materials which will prevent the harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun penetrating and causing that faded look you so often see on older cars or indeed, any vehicle that has been left out in the sun too long. (more…)

If you cannot get your vehicle under cover in a garage then your options are fairly limited when it comes to protecting the look of your vehicle. Paintwork is especially vulnerable to the elements and needs protection from rain, sun, animals and people so it makes sense to look at a car protection cover to provide a robust layer of all round protection for your pride and joy.

Modern car protection covers are made from durable and flexible materials which perform a variety of protective functions. They will be waterproof and so keep your bodywork from coming into contact with water which will cause discoloration of your paint job and if left unchecked, rust which will ravage the look of your car very quickly and cost dearly to put right. They will also be able to block out the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet or UV radiation; the same rays which cause sunburn in people also cause damage to your paint job and the sun is the major cause of a faded paint job which always looks unsightly and there is nothing you can do to remedy it once it has happened.

Prevention is definitely better than cure in this instance!

It is not just the weather that you need to deal with; there are a host of other things that can damage the look and body of your car such as children playing near the car; the cat deciding the hood is a great place to sunbathe; or a tree shedding leaves under which you have parked the car. All of these and many others will contribute to your car becoming scratched, discoloured, dented and acquiring the odd ding or two depending on how much in harm’s way you have parked the vehicle.

Make sure the car cover is therefore strong and robust enough to deal with minor scrapes and hits from animals, trees and people. (more…)

No matter where you live your car is going to experience the weather and that means several major contributors to the deterioration of the look of your automobile’s bodywork can get to work; the sun and the rain are the two major ones but there are also instances of frost damage too.

Obviously, the best place to house a car when it isn’t being used is inside a garage or fixed shelter but that is not always possible and in fact most cars and vehicles are kept outside in the elements often for months at a time. This is not good news for your bodywork or the car generally so at least make an effort to get the vehicle under cover which means you need a car cover that is both rain and sun resistant.

There are many car covers available on the market both readymade in pre-defined sizes and custom covers made specifically for that make and model of vehicle; whichever you choose you need to make sure they protect your pride and joy. Just because you have purchased a rubberized cover does not mean it will prevent the harmful UV rays of the sun. Just as UV rays harm your skin and can do so even through clothing, so the sun’s harmful impact can be felt through an otherwise waterproof covering.  You must have protection from both elements so it must be waterproof and able to block the sun’s rays.

Making sure the car cover fits your vehicle is also an issue to ensure the most effective protection you can provide.  Remember, your car may be left for weeks or months (and in some sad cases, even years) and making sure that the covering is going to stay in place owes a lot to how well the cover fits and is secured.  The material must be durable and able to continue providing protection for years despite being exposed to the elements itself.  There is no point in using a car protection cover which ends up becoming semi-detached from the car because the wind has blown it loose and exposed parts of your car to the ravages of sun and water! (more…)

Perfect for storing a bike in or outdoors, this motorcycle cover is made to last. Made out of state of the art DuPont Tyvek, this cover withstands hot sun, heavy rain, intense wind, and even mold and dust. Cover comes with a full elastic hem for a snug fit. Also, you can secure the cover on your bike using the two grommets provided with each cover. Never leave your bike uncovered, protect it with this durable and long lasting cover today! Grey in color. 5 year warranty. Comes in large and extra large.

BK-A1: Grey Printed Bike Cover - 78L x 27w x 44h

BK-C1:  Grey Printed Bike Cover - 54L x 24w x 36h

This past weekend was a scorcher! Personally, I think one of the most uncomfortable feelings ever is driving is a stuffy overheated car. I was walking around the streets of New York City, and the times I had to take a taxi to where I needed to go, I wanted nothing more than to just fly down the street in a convertible. As a Nancy Drew reader when I was younger, I’ve always wanted a convertible, but at the same time, I’ve been a little bit nervous from all those stereotypical scenes you see in movies when it’s pouring rain and the character can’t get the roof up. Even through this fear though, I think it would be worth it to have a convertible because I don’t think the chances are high of my roof not going up. Besides, now there are things like car covers to help protect your car when not in use! So, even if I can’t afford my dream convertible right now, at least a cover will help my car from getting so hot!

Recently this month, Honda launched the debut of their new Freed Spike in Japan. This chic new vehicle is a compact multi-wagon with features for multiple uses. Honda anticipates great success with this vehicle because of it’ s convenient everyday use. The Freed Spike has a compact body while still having a spacious interior for storage purposes. It also has a low floor so it’s easily accessible for everyone to enter the car, especially young children and the elderly. A new floor feature in the Freed Spike is reversible dual-height floor panels. This allows for the trunk storage area to either be positioned into a deeper slope or to be flattened depending on what you need to store. The appearance of the Freed Spike is also something to be thought about. Its is designed to extenuate it’s storage area while simultaneously looking bold. Keep your eyes open for this new Honda, and like any car you own, make sure your protect it with a car cover!

EmpireCovers.com is dedicated to helping when we can and being as environmentally efficient as possible. Due to the continuing crisis in the gulf, our company will donate $1 to the National Wildlife Foundation, as well as giving you 10% off your entire order, when you either order online or by phone. The money donated will be used to help clean the animals in the gulf effected by the oil spill. Protect you vehicle while also helping to save animals; help us help others in this time of need.