The Evolution of Ceramic Protection: How Charlotte’s Porsche Community Embraced the Revolution The Ceramic Renaissance in Charlotte’s Automotive Landscape In Charlotte’s vibrant automotive culture, particularly among the region’s discerning Porsche community, ceramic coating technology has transformed from niche innovation to essential protection. This evolution represents not merely a trend but a fundamental shift in […]
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Ceramic Coating vs PPF: What’s the Difference Between Paint Protection Films and Ceramic Coatings?
PPF vs Ceramic Coating Do you care about your car? Do you care about the physical appearance of your car’s exterior? If so, you’ve probably done some research about the products available for protecting and preserving your car’s paint, and you’ve probably come across some information about two different products: Paint Protection Film (PPF or Clear […]
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, […]
What is the Best Ceramic Coating for Cars? Reviewing Ceramic Pro vs Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra
How can you protect the appearance of your car? How can you keep it looking like it did the day you bought it. Here’s part of the answer to that question: Apply a premium Ceramic Coating. A ceramic coating for cars is a liquid polymer that is applied by hand to a vehicle’s exterior. After […]
7 Tips for How To Wash a Car With PPF and Ceramic Coating (And How To Care For Them)
 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 […]
What is the Best Paint Protection Film for Cars? Reviewing XPEL vs 3M vs LLumar vs 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 […]
4 Reasons to Equip Your Car’s Interior with Advanced Coatings
“Inside the new Range Rover, occupants are cocooned within a tranquil haven.” So states a features and specs video from Land Rover, and based on our experience with the vehicle, that sounds about right. The interior of the vehicle is refined at every level, down to the last stitch. With a cabin like that, owners […]
Ceramic Coating for Wheels: 3 Reasons to Protect Your Wheels with a Ceramic Coating
Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Upgraded with Opti-Coat Pro+ A Ceramic Coating (such as Opti-Coat Pro, C.Quartz, and Ceramic Pro) is a liquid polymer that is applied by hand to the exterior of a vehicle. The coating chemically bonds with the vehicle’s factory paint, creating a layer of protection. Once applied, a Ceramic Coating will protect painted […]
Bring Martini Racing To Your Porsche
There are many great Porsche traditions: the iconic 911, record-setting laps on the Nürburgring, and a storied history in motorsports. This heritage includes the Martini Porsche racing team that dates back almost 60 years. The distinctive “Martini” lettering with red and blue stripes is nearly as unique as a 911’s shape. Thanks to the modern […]
Exceeding All Limits With A New Corvette
New Corvette: Enhanced With one of the most iconic looks in the automotive industry, there is no doubt that buying that new Corvette will turn heads of all your friends and neighbors when you pull into your garage for the first time. Simply having a new Corvette exceeds most limits a normal car may have, […]
Performance Tuning Your BMW
Everything you need to know about BMW Performance Tuning One of the best aspects of buying a new BMW is the customization options that you have at the tips of your finger. Not only have your purchased the ultimate driving machine, but the add-ons and performance upgrades you can add can really help transform your […]
The Future of Luxury Vehicles
Should You Buy Now Or Wait For The Next New Thing? When weighing the options of whether to buy a new luxury vehicle like a Tesla, Porsche, BMW, or Audi, consumers weren’t as concerned with the future of luxury vehicles, it was more just a question of “Should I buy one?”. However, nowadays, as the […]
New Tesla Maintenance Guide
Maintain And Increase The Value, Look, And Performance Of Your New Tesla You have finally pulled the trigger and bought that brand-new Tesla. But a new luxury vehicle is only as good as how well you maintain it. If you want to make sure that your new Tesla always has that fresh off-the-lot look and […]
Top 4 Aftermarket Car Features to Take Your Luxury Vehicle to the Next Level
You’ve finally bought that luxury vehicle you’ve been itching for, you’ve read an encompass insurance review and found the right policy for your car, and now you want to make sure that it has all the high-end aftermarket car features to impress both everyone you drive past and everyone who rides with you. While many […]
The New Tesla Model 3: 360 Walkaround (Exterior/Interior)
Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more walkaraounds and educational videos. Here at Exclusive Detail, we have had the privilege to serve many Tesla owners over the past few years. It’s always a pleasure to provide premium paint protection to a beautiful Model S or Model X. But this past week got to meet the […]
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 […]
Paint Protection Film on the Lamborghini Huracán Performante: Protecting Lamborghini’s Self Reinvention
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 […]
Paint Protection Film Stops Rock Chips | Mercedes AMG GT-S Equipped with Clear Bra
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 […]
What Does Paint Correction Do? Mercedes-AMG E63 Restored and Protected
Have you ever wondered why your car doesn’t shine like it used to? Or have you ever bought a new vehicle only to find out the one you drive away with doesn’t pop like the model on the showroom floor? Even after a fresh wash when your car doesn’t have a single flake of dust […]
What is Premium Auto Detailing? Breathing New Life into a 1993 Dodge Viper
To some, an automotive detail is synonymous with a car wash. This is not only the case with car owners, but with some people who bill themselves as detailers! So what really does go into premium Car Detailing Wollongong? And why should you, as the owner of a fine automobile, care? The Results: What Does […]
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 […]
Paint Protection Film on an American Legend: 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Equipped with Clear Bra
The Chevrolet Corvette is undoubtedly one of the most iconic American sports cars, a captivating synthesis of power and style. When you sit in a Corvette, you sit in an American legend, one that has stood the test of time to remain a dominant force in the auto industry for over half a century. As […]
The Best Protection You’ll Never See: Tesla Model S Gets a Full Wrap of Clear Bra in Charlotte, NC
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 Should I Apply Paint Protection Film? 6 Reasons to Get a Full Wrap
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 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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
