The most popular car color of 2020 isn’t very exciting. What hue do shoppers prefer? Would you choose a bolder exterior paint color?
Yes, Wildfire Smoke and Ash is Harmful to Car Paint
Sadly, every year there are multiple large wildfires that spark up across the land. The smoke and ash from those fires can drift from state to state. Also, the smoke and ash do not discriminate on which car’s finish it will land on. They’ll happily cover paint on a Ferrari just as much as a …
The Most Popular Car Colors Are Very Boring
Shopping for a new car can be an exciting experience. You get to pick out which make and model that suits you and your lifestyle the best. Then you get to pick out the color and options that work best as well. But have you ever wondered why there aren’t very many exciting colors to …
Does Touch-Up Car Paint Work?
If your car has a few small scratches or rock chips, then you might have thought about getting the imperfections touched up. Fortunately, there are plenty of touch-up paint kits that you can find online. But do those touch-up paint kits really work, or is it better to just take your car to a body …
What Color Retains a Car’s Value the Best? The Answer May Surprise You
Picking the right color for your car is important as a car’s color can reflect your personality. However, when it comes to resale value, not all colors are created equal. Some car colors are more sought after than others, which in turn can make your car worth more in the long run. But which color …
Are Cheap Paint Jobs Worth the Money You Save?
We have all heard the saying “you get what you pay for,” and when it comes to cars, truer words have never been spoken, especially when it comes to bodywork. For example, if you do a Google search for “car paint job cost,” then you will likely be treated to a range of estimates from …
What Is Paintless Dent Repair?
One of the worst feelings when owning a car is walking out to in a parking lot and seeing a new dent on the side of it. Was it from the car next to you? Was it the rogue shopping cart that just happened to end its parking lot journey in the side of your …
Is the Paint Protection from the Dealership the Same as a Ceramic Coating?
If you have ever purchased a new car from a dealer, then you might have had them try to sell you on products like PermaPlate, Xzillon, or Cila Jet in order to protect the paint on that brand new car that you’re buying. It’s a tempting proposition, however, a professional ceramic coating sounds like a …
Could The Fourth Of July Ruin Your Car’s Paint?
The Fourth of July will look a little different in small towns across the country this year as everything has been shut down due to the pandemic. For some families, this could mean staying home with the kids, but for others making the short drive to your local firework show is just as safe, especially …
Weird but Bold Car Paint Can Actually Raise Resale Value
When you go to buy a new car, resale value is a practical factor to consider. Motor1 reports that buying a common color like black or white could end up costing you later if you try to sell the car in the used car market. Surprisingly, rare car colors like orange––and especially yellow––can actually raise …
What’s the Best Way to Repair Your Car’s Paint?
Color isn’t the only thing your car paint is good for. It’s a key component in protecting the body from rust. And, just like any other component, it can be damaged, even from something like a car wash or bug splatter. But scratches and chips can be repaired. In fact, a lot of car paint …
Avoid Matte Paint If You Like Your Car – Do This Instead
Matte paint is an uncommon feature to find on cars, and while it is commonly accomplished with aftermarket paint there are some cars that come with matte paint right from the factory. There are some inconveniences involved in having a car with matte paint, whether it’s from the factory or aftermarket, and the difference in …
What’s the Best Way to Remove Bugs From Your Car?
Cleaning your car properly is a surprisingly important part of regular maintenance. It doesn’t just keep your vehicle looking good, though. Improper washing techniques can lead to rust because they damage your paint. There are actually quite a few things that can damage your car’s paint over time. UV rays, chemicals, even rainwater. And, as …
Automotive Pioneer for True Fire Flames Mike Lavallee Passes Away
Over the weekend, the word made its way through the automotive community that Mike Lavallee had passed away. Mr. Lavallee’s name may not be a household name, but his work has been seen by millions of people. He has also inspired countless others in the custom paint and pinstripe world. Let us join with the automotive community as it takes a …
The Reason Why Some Car Paint Colors Command a Premium
Although automotive paint technology has improved over the years, improper care can still cause damage to your car’s paint. Also, automaker quality problems still pop up from time to time. And then there’s the cost of choosing your car’s paint color. Not only can this affect resale value, some colors can be rather expensive. True, …
Here Are America’s Most and Least Popular Car Colors for 2019
If you guessed that some shade of gray was the most popular car color in America for 2019, then you’re wrong but you’re definitely getting warm. Give up? According to a study by iSeeCars, the answer is white. The study examined 9.4 million vehicles on the road in 2019, ranging from 2014 to 2018 model …
You Can Change Your Car’s Color Without Having To Repaint
You may have a leased car that you’d love to make more stylized, or have a fleeting fancy for new and bold colors that you just aren’t ready to commit to. Whatever the reason, you want to change the color of your car, without the added stress and cost of having to have it repainted. …