Posted on 11/30/2025

Living in Florida means sunshine, salt air, and... rust? If you think rust is only a problem for northern states with snow and road salt, you’re not alone, but you’re also not entirely right. Even in the Sunshine State, rust happens. And here in Ocala, we’ve seen our fair share of rusted undercarriages, corroded brake lines, and vehicles with unexpected wear — sometimes in cars that are barely five years old. In this post, we’re diving into the most common myths about rust prevention and setting the record straight so you can protect your investment and drive worry-free. Myth #1: “Florida Cars Don’t Rust Like Northern Cars” The truth? They absolutely can. Just because we don’t salt our roads in winter doesn’t mean our vehicles are in the clear. Florida’s high humidity, salty coastal breezes, heavy rains, and even that daily afternoon sprinkle in summer all contribute to corrosion — esp ... read more