The first rock chip usually happens within 200 miles. Not because the owner was careless. Not because they took it on a dirt road or drove it in a hailstorm. Just a normal stretch of highway, a truck two cars ahead, and a piece of gravel moving at 70 miles per hour. By the time […]
Category: Paint Protection Film
How to Choose a PPF Installer in Charlotte NC
The photo was taken in 2007. Brian Brown, founder of Exclusive Paint Protection, is detailing a Rosso Corsa Ferrari F430 Spider. Look closely at the hood and you’ll notice something most people would miss: a faint line in the soap, the edge of a paint protection film installation already in progress. PPF on a Ferrari […]
Clear Bra for Cars: A Complete Guide to Automotive Paint Protection Film
Every new car starts losing its paint the moment it leaves the lot. Not dramatically. Not all at once. But the first highway stretch, the first truck throwing gravel at your hood, the first summer of UV exposure, they all add up. By the time most owners notice the damage, it’s already done. Clear bra, […]
PPF for Headlights: Clear Coat Protection
Are you considering applying Paint Protection Film (PPF) to your vehicle? That is great! You are about to do your car a big favor by providing its exterior with unmatched protection against all kinds of environmental hazards. We love protecting beautiful, deep, clear, glossy paint. But the painted panels of your car are not the only parts that […]
PPF vs Ceramic Coating: Which Should You Choose?
Introduction: Why Vehicle Protection Matters in Charlotte, Huntersville & Lake Norman Owning a luxury or performance vehicle in the Carolinas is an investment worth protecting. Between Charlotte’s busy highways like I-77 and I-485, unpredictable construction zones, and year-round sun exposure, your car’s paint takes a beating. Rock chips, UV rays, and road contaminants hit it […]
How Much Does Paint Protection Film Cost?
How Much Does Paint Protection Film Cost Near You? The cost of PPF installation ranges from $300-$9,000+, depending on the type of vehicle, its condition, where you live, and how much of the vehicle you want to be covered with PPF. Options vary based on the installer, but many PPF installers offer partial front end, […]
Car Wash Tips with PPF & Ceramic Coating
 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more educational videos. So you’ve decided to invest in long-term paint protection for your car. That’s fantastic. But, you have some questions about next steps: How do you wash a car with Paint Protection Film (also known as Clear Bra) or a Ceramic Coating? What are the proper […]
Paint Protection Film Comparison: XPEL, 3M, LLumar & SunTek
You want to keep your new car looking as good as or better than it did the day you bought it. And if you’re looking to do that, you probably know that Paint Protection Film (also called PPF, Clear Bra, Car Wraps, or Vinyl Wraps) is the most comprehensive form of protection you can apply […]
Car Buyer, Meet Car Protection: Welcome To Paint Protection 101
Automotive Paint Protection Film (PPF) keeps your car looking better for longer. That’s the biggest and most important takeaway when it comes to PPF. And if that’s all you want or need to know about it, please feel free to explore other areas of our website right now. However, since almost all of our customers […]
Tesla Model 3 PPF, Ceramic Coating & Window Tint: Full Protection in Charlotte NC
https://youtu.be/rtuz7cObyws?si=0gCaHhZOOckEhIpZ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more walkaraounds and educational videos. Tesla paint is thinner than most owners expect. It’s one of the first things long-term Tesla owners learn, usually after the first road trip behind a truck on I-77 leaves a cluster of rock chips across the hood. The Model 3’s aerodynamic front […]
AMG Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary. We Bring the Paint Protection.
Mercedes-AMG is synonymous with driving performance. Today, the brand is known for its preeminence on the track, and for brining those capabilities to the street. In 2017, AMG hit a major milestone: the brand celebrated its 50th anniversary. What’s behind a brand like AMG? Where does a reputation like AMG’s come from? What is Mercedes-AMG up […]
Lamborghini Huracán Performante Paint Protection Film
When you think of Lamborghini, what comes to your mind? Maybe that loud, deep engine; or the sharp, distinguished looks. Part of the VW group (find out what companies VW own), Lamborghini has its own unique stake in the market that no other car manufacturer can replicate. But there’s another side to the reputation of […]
Clear Bra Protection for Mercedes AMG GT-S
Have you ever had a fast car that was eaten up by rock chips? The horsepower and torque can make for fun driving, but all that power can end up taking a toll on your car’s appearance, especially on the hood and front bumper. Unless, of course, you choose to apply Paint Protection Film. The […]
Paint Protection Film Results After 5 Years
The promise of automotive Paint Protection Film is that it will keep your car looking newer for longer. It will prevent paint damage like rock chips, small scratches, chemical etching, and oxidation. Sounds great. But does it keep it’s promise? Does Paint Protection Film really make a difference? To help answer that question, we captured […]
Why a Camaro ZL1 Owner Chooses Paint Protection Film
The Chevrolet Camaro exudes strength. It is bold, daring; with a brand identity synonymous with superior automotive muscle. If you are buying a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, you are tapping into a legacy of American sports cars that have stood the test of time. Listen up. A driving machine like that deserves superior protection; a line of defense that […]
Protecting a Corvette Z06 With Premium Paint Protection Film
John drove from Kentucky to North Carolina with temporary racing film taped to his front bumper. He had just picked up a brand new 2017 Corvette Z06 from the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green and wasn’t about to let a single highway mile touch that paint before it was properly protected. He called us […]
Because New Cars Should Look New, and Stay Looking New
You’re probably excited about what your car will look like when it rolls off the dealer’s lot. If you’ve just got yourself a brand new car from somewhere like Intelligent Car Leasing, you should be expecting big things from it. It should be clear, glossy, flawless. In reality, that is unlikely; at least the flawless […]
Tesla Model S Full PPF Wrap for Ultimate Protection
What will damage your car today? A bump from a careless driver in the parking lot? Acid from a splattered bug or bird dropping? A rock kicked up by the semi-truck in front of you? Any number of environmental hazards can quickly cause permanent damage to the glossy finish of your new vehicle. How will […]
Where Paint Protection Film Matters Most on Your Vehicle
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 […]
How Paint Protection Film Protects Your Car From Rock Chips
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]