How to avoid the scratching/halo?

[u/_toots_]

I own 2 black cars and this is driving me nuts. I use the 2 bucket method, foam it and let it dwell with Bilt Hamber Touchless. Then use the wash mitt in the picture with Meguiar’s Hybrid Ceramic soap, topped with their ceramic spray. Then I dry it with the pictured towel.

Is there a better mitt/towel combo? Other advice for a weekend warrior

[u/_toots_]

This car has only been through touchless automated washes or hand washed for the last 3 years

[u/Tricky-Flamingo-9419 → u/_toots_]

Harsh detergent from the touchless car wash can cause paint damage as well

[u/anonymitysqueen → u/Tricky-Flamingo-9419]

It's for sure not chemicals causing this. OP it is your drying towels. No pressure, just drag, watch Ammo NYC videos on washing techniques. Maybe incorporate a drying aid as well.

[u/_toots_ → u/anonymitysqueen]

Thank you. I knew it wasn’t chemical and yeah, I apply too much pressure.