The Red Dust Problem: Why Saldanha Bay Cars Need Specialized Decontamination

If you live or work anywhere near Saldanha Bay, Langebaan, or Vredenburg, you are familiar with the phenomenon: the pervasive Red Dust.

While often viewed as a simple nuisance that settles on your home and windows, this dust—largely composed of fine iron ore particles from industrial activity—is a serious threat to your vehicle’s paintwork. Unlike regular sand or road dirt, these microscopic ferrous (iron) particles are sharp and highly corrosive.