There are many reasons someone might invest in Winston Salem vehicle wraps. Businesses can use them to advertise their services, car lovers can add details and designs to their car, but one reason that is often over looked is how wraps can be used to protect a car. The majority of vehicles equipped with Paint […]
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How Many Rocks Will Hit Your Car Today? Why Paint Protection Film Is Worth It
Presumably, you will get in your car today and drive a few miles, whether that is on your way into work, or to visit family or friends. As you drive down the road this week, how many rocks do you think will strike your vehicle? If you are thinking, “Maybe four or five,” then you […]
Is Paint Protection Film Right for My Vehicle? What Owners of a Dodge Ram 1500 and a Lexus ES300 Have in Common
“The Ram 1500; built to take on nature, from the lineup of America’s longest lasting pickups,” says the narrator from a recent Dodge commercial. The 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 Longhorn Laramie is a serious truck. It boasts a 5.7L Hemi V8 engine with 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft torque, not to mention a max […]
Where Should I Apply Paint Protection Film? | Protecting the Rear Wheel Impact Area
At Exclusive Paint Protection Charlotte and Lake Norman we understand that the road is a dangerous place for a good-looking vehicle. Debris in the atmosphere or rocks kicked up by other vehicles can do some serious damage to a flawless paint job. Sometimes the danger doesn’t come from the large semi-truck in front of you, […]
From Swirl Marks and Overspray to Showroom Shine | Jaguar F-Type at Exclusive Paint Protection – Detailing, PPF, Ceramic Coating & Window Tinting
One of our long-standing customers recently acquired this new-to-him Jaguar F-Type R and brought it to our shop. The vehicle is stunning in terms of its power and design, but, unfortunately in this case, the exterior was in a lackluster condition. In particular, swirl marks and overspray plagued the vehicle. Swirl marks are a collection of […]
Can This Paint Live Again? Rejuvenating a 1940 Chevrolet Deluxe
A lot happened in 1940: The first McDonald’s hamburger stand opened in Pasadena, CA; Charlie Chaplin’s “The Great Dictator” hit the box offices; the Battle of Britain marked Hitler’s first defeat in World War II; Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected for his third term as President of the United States; and, of course,Chevrolet announced a […]
Where Should I Apply Paint Protection Film? | One Vulnerable Part of Your Vehicle You Might Not Be Considering
Paint Protection Film (or Clear Bra) provides unmatched protection for your vehicle’s exterior. Here at Exclusive Paint Protection Charlotte and Huntersville NC, we specialize in applying Paint Protection Film to various parts of a car, SUV, or truck. Some car owners want their whole vehicle covered in Paint Protection Film, providing an invisible layer of […]
Why Paint Protection Film? Four Reasons You Should Protect Your Car With Clear Bra
Your brand new vehicle is stunning. The engine is powerful; the interior is spotless; and the perfection of the paint takes your breath away. Here is the sad truth: Every time you turn the key in the ignition and pull out of the driveway you expose your car’s flawless finish to unrelenting punishment. Before you […]
Project: Tesla Model X Paint Protection & Window Coating
Last week we had the privilege of caring for a brand new Tesla Model X in Charlotte, NC. Here are the phases of work we did on this vehicle to ensure a stunning appearance and stalwart protection. Decontaminate Our decontamination phase included three steps. First, we sprayed the exterior with Optimum FerreX, a solution that […]
Fabric Convertible Roof Protection
Our new car protection includes protection of the leather and fabric along with painted surfaces. In the attached image the roof of a Porsche Boxter S is being protected to shed water and contaminants that would bond to it, thereby reducing it’s lifetime. This protectant also contains UV inhibitors that will help to keep this […]
2017 Porsche Receives Our Exclusive New Car Protection Package
We had the thrill of protecting this Porsche Macan GTS this past week. This included the installation of XPEL Ultimate Paint Protection Film to protect against rock chips and other contaminants, LLumar ceramic window tint to protect against glare and harmful UVA and UVB rays while keeping the car 51% cooler, and to top it […]
Is Car Window Tint Applied on the Interior or Exterior Glass ?
We are often asked by our clients if window tint is applied to the exterior or interior of the windows. Automotive window tint is applied to the interior glass of a car’s window. The first step of installation, after cutting the tint, is to lay the film on the exterior glass and heat form it […]
Reduce the Risk Of Melanoma with Window Tint
Melanoma, also known as Malignant Melanoma, is the most serious type of skin cancer and is very common with 200 thousand to 3 million documented cases in the United States per year. The risk of Melanoma seems to be increasing in people under the age of 40, especially women. In 2015 there are predicted to be 73,870 new […]
Driving is Linked To More Skin Cancers On The Left Side Of The Body
Nearly 53 percent of skin cancers in the US occur on the left, or drivers’, side of the body, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. The distribution pattern supports the theory that automobile drivers in the US are exposed to more ultraviolet (UV) radiation on the left, […]
Why Apply Window Tint? Tinting Your Car Windows For Health Benefits
Who doesn’t love driving down a beautiful road on a sunny day? Your car becomes an observation deck, and there is so much to admire and appreciate outside. One problem. All of those warm, sunny rays are beating on your skin, and potentially causing permanent damage. If you have a specific medical condition that makes […]
Opti-Coat Applied to Black Honda Ridgeline
Any new vehicle is a valuable investment and should be protected as such, cars and trucks alike. Tom wanted the best for his new black Honda Ridgeline, so he chose to have us apply Opti-Coat Pro to the vehicle. Black vehicles show up paint damage, such as scratches and chips, a lot more clearly than […]
Keeping Your Vehicle Looking Like New | The Role of Routine Maintenance
Every two weeks we have the joy of keeping this Portfolio edition Jaguar XJ L beautiful. It’s always in good form thanks to it’s bi-weekly cleaning. Having your car washed and waxed at regular intervals saves you from having to spend money on extensive detailing at a later time. Black cars and red cars specifically […]
Restoring the Shine of a Classic Porsche
It is a great honor and pleasure to be the owner of a beautiful, classic vehicle. However, your joy in ownership is significantly diminished when the exterior of your classic car is in lackluster condition. This 1974 Porsche 911S came to us in great form for its age, but its Bali blue paint was starting to dim. Through […]
Beat the Charlotte|Huntersville Heat: Mustang GT Summer Prep with LLumar IRX Nano Ceramic Window Tint
Transform Your Ford Mustang GT Into the Ultimate Summer Cruiser with Professional Ceramic Window Tint in Charlotte and Huntersville NC There’s nothing quite like the raw power and exhilarating performance of a Ford Mustang GT. With its impressive 5.0-liter V8 engine delivering over 400 horsepower, this American muscle car icon transforms every drive into an […]
The Downfall of Black Cars: Swirls and Scratches and How to Fix Them
Many of our clients with black cars are concerned about fine scratches and swirl marks in their car’s paint finish. This can be caused by several factors, such as improper washing technique, filthy or worn rags, dirty wash solution, and improper waxing or polishing techniques. To reduce the risk of these variables we wash all […]
Scratches on Your Brand New Vehicle? How We Made a Camaro SS Look Better Than New
With only 3600 miles on his new ride, Charles was a bit disappointed when he noticed some scratches on the hood of his car. He turned to us to have this issue resolved and to return the car to its former beauty. Not only were we able to address his concerns with the hood, we […]