Vacaville recycling       Car washing is a pollution problem because metals like copper from brakes and automobile fluids are washed off with soapy water and sent down the street’s gutter taking more debris with it as it travels over driveways and paved areas directly to the storm sewer system. Pour the bucket of soapy wash water down the sink or toilet when you’re finished, not in the street’s gutter. Wash your car on the grass so soapy water soaks into the ground. Use a hose nozzle to prevent water from running when not in use. Use a commercial car wash that recycles water.