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I’ve been installing automotive paint protection products professionally since 2010, and I’m curious what other installers and detailers here think about this.


When customers research paint protection film (PPF), much of the conversation seems to center around which brand of film is best. From an installer’s perspective, though, I think the quality of the ins...

Hi everyone, I’m Clint. I’ve been professionally detailing vehicles since 2010 and own Auto Detail Doctor in Columbus, Ohio. My primary work is paint correction, ceramic coatings and PPF. I’ve learned a tremendous amount over the years and look forward to contributing and learning from everyone here.

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I have been out of the car detailing scene for quite some time. I have just purchased a new to us 2024 White Volvo XC60 Plus with the blond interior. I am looking for advice for products to use to keep this thing clean and looking good. I typically buy black interior vehicles. What do you recommend using to clean the dash area, interior trim bits, the le...

One of the questions I hear regularly is whether a brand-new vehicle needs paint correction before a ceramic coating is applied.


After professionally detailing and protecting vehicles since 2010, my answer is: sometimes—but not always.


A new vehicle should be inspected and treated according to the actual condition of its paint rather than ...

Why are the thick, heavy Merino wool car wash mitts suddenly difficult to find? Did we wipe out all of the Merino sheep?