Oh, they certainly WERE, but not anymore. Today, less than 1 percent are damaged. Some manufacturers now have 10-year warranties against rust. It CAN happen. But not too much nowadays.
Calcium chloride is a viable alternative to sodium chloride as an ice-melting agent.
Mr. Magliozzi is right on one important point, however. Salt should not be used indiscriminately. See our Web site . Home Opinion Poll Profound insights into the burning questions of our time.