Is a gas pressure washer overkill for washing cars?

Reviewers in r/AutoDetailing and r/Dewalt note that 3,000+ PSI gas units can strip paint or damage trim if used carelessly. The repeated advice is to use the 40° (white) nozzle, keep distance, or pick up a short detail wand — gas washers work for cars, but car-only buyers may be better served by an electric in the 1.7–2.0 GPM range.