Tarps will not protect your vehicle and may cause more harm than good. Car covers, on the other hand, will guard your car against weather, dust and debris, UV rays, and minor damage. Car covers come in several variations to suit specific purposes. A tarp is flexible and water-resistant, but it doesn’t protect against UV damage caused by the sun. Nor does it have the breathability to allow moisture to escape. More importantly, tarps don’t have a soft liner that won’t scratch the paint.
The Tecoom YL 8-Layers has reflective seams; (photo/Derek Mau)