A social media craze that sees users dancing, spraying foam and even climbing on top of their cars could end up costing drivers thousands in repairs, experts have warned.

The viral "car wash trend" - often set to a sped-up version of Ellie Goulding's Lights has taken over the app, with friends scrubbing their vehicles in sync while covering them (and themselves) in soap. Even Ellie herself has got involved.

But motor specialists at Scrap Car Comparison say the phenomenon could be anything but innocent. Matt Clamp, customer service manager at the company, said the choreographed routines could harm vehicles if participants aren't cautious.

He said: "Even if you are careful with the cleaning materials you use and the paint and protective layers are kept intact, the dancing and stunts encou

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