{"title":"Pre-Wash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy Pre-Washing Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dirtiest part of washing a vehicle usually happens before the shampoo stage. Without a proper pre-wash, dirt and grit can be dragged across the paint during contact washing, increasing the risk of swirl marks and light scratching over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a dedicated pre-wash helps soften and lift contamination before you touch the surface. Snow foams help blanket the vehicle and loosen dirt safely, while citrus pre-washes and traffic film removers tackle heavier grime that builds up through daily driving and poor weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a simple step that makes a huge difference to how safely and effectively you wash your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe washing starts before the shampoo stage.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good pre-wash routine not only helps improve cleaning performance but also makes maintaining your vehicle easier over time. Removing heavy grime before contact washing helps preserve gloss, protection, and overall paint condition while making regular maintenance washes safer and more enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you prefer a quick snow foam application or a deeper pre-clean using citrus pre-washes and traffic film removers, building a proper pre-wash routine is one of the best ways to keep your vehicle looking its best without unnecessary effort or complicated processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue your wash routine with our shampoos, wash accessories, wheel cleaners, and protection products for a complete safe wash process.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"assault-pre-wash-snow-foam","title":"Assault - Pre-Wash Snow Foam","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAssault pre-wash snow foam is specially formulated with high-intensity cleaning power, thick foam and long dwell times that create the perfect pre-wash product for heavy road grime without causing harm to existing protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWHY SHOULD YOU BUY ASSAULT PRE-WASH SNOW FOAM ?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"reason-to-buy-coreproducts\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"reason-to-buy-coreproducts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper foamy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"reason-to-buy-coreproducts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat cleaning power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"reason-to-buy-coreproducts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong dwell times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"reason-to-buy-coreproducts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe on wax \u0026amp; 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