Having fabricated an exhaust system for the Purple Pig '49 Chevy project car from mild steel mandrel bends, it would have been a shame to leave it naked and susceptible to rust. Sure, I could have ...

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer often described as a “shield” or “armor” for your car’s paint; in that way, it’s much like traditional wax. But a ceramic coating is supposed to be better at ...

Ceramic coating creates a barrier between your car's paint and harmful dirt and grime using nanoparticles. While the coating works wonders, it doesn't completely protect against extreme paint damage ...

The pursuit of achieving and maintaining a shiny and clean car is never-ending, but that doesn't mean there aren't ways to make it easier. If you've spent time researching the best ways to keep your ...

Conventional wisdom holds that you should always wax your car after washing it to protect its clear-coat layer of paint. But just because it’s conventional wisdom doesn’t mean you should use ...

The coating on your car may be protecting far less than the label promises.

Getting the best ceramic coating on your car was once only a job for the very best specialty car detailing shops. They were only introduced in 2010, and for the first years weren’t really available ...

A great-looking paint job can do wonders both for your car's appearance and your mood. Walking up and admiring it for a few seconds before driving off can set the tone for a great day, but deep down, ...

This article was updated with new information in September 2025. If you've searched for any car-care products in recent years, chances are you've seen the words "ceramic coating." But what exactly do ...

Are you tired of waxing your car every few weeks? Are you thinking about putting a ceramic coating on your car? Considering that a ceramic coat lasts two to five years, it's a good way to get out of ...

If you've searched for any car-cleaning product over the past few years, odds are you've come across the terms "ceramic technology" or "ceramic coating." But what exactly is a ceramic coating, and how ...