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Car Detailing Basics After Accidents

Car Detailing Basics After Accidents

Accidents happen even with the most cautious drivers. And when they do, long distance car towing is the first step toward getting your vehicle back in shape. But that’s just the very beginning. Restoring your car is not just fixing its mechanical issues but also giving it a proper makeover (inside and out). Car detailing plays a vital role in this transformation as you erase the traces of that unfortunate mishap. So, let’s talk about it in detail. Assessing the…

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JDM Car Detailing: A Guide to Show-Stopping Shine

JDM Car Detailing: A Guide to Show-Stopping Shine

There’s something incredibly satisfying about driving a Japanese import car that performs like a dream and looks absolutely stunning, right? Whether you’ve just found the perfect JDM cars for sale or had your ride for a while, detailing is the secret sauce to making it stand out in a crowd. How to make your JDM car a star on the road? Let’s find it out.  Car Detailing Tools and Supplies Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of JDM car detailing,…

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You Can Now Pick Up Your Favourite Detailing Products Through The DriveDetailed Store!

You Can Now Pick Up Your Favourite Detailing Products Through The DriveDetailed Store!

There have been some recent exciting developments behind the scenes at DriveDetailed which will enable readers of the blog to buy their favourite detailing products from various leading brands directly through the DriveDetailed blog! I have partnered with a company called Creatorstash which allows me to curate and offer a large selection of products from the leading brands in detailing, such as P&S, Hyperclean, Lithium AutoCare, Oberk and more. On the store, you will find all the categories which should…

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Is there a way to lower car insurance coverages with car detailing?

Is there a way to lower car insurance coverages with car detailing?

Car insurance can be a costly expense for many drivers. While it is necessary to have adequate coverage in case of an accident or other unforeseen events, it can be tempting for you to try to reduce premiums by lowering coverage levels. One way that some people have attempted to do this is by investing in car detailing services. What’s car detailing and how does it help? Car detailing refers to the process of thoroughly cleaning and restoring a vehicle’s…

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Clay Towel Vs Clay Bar : What’s the Difference?

Clay Towel Vs Clay Bar : What’s the Difference?

There are many different options available these days for detailers who want to remove embedded contaminants from the surface of a car. These products come in the form of Clay Bars, Clay Mitts, Clay Towels or even special pre-wash sprays which can break down and remove 99% of particles that may be present on the paintwork. It is great to be spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting a product for a specific job, but that presents a different…

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How To Permanently Restore Black Plastic Trim (Easy Fix)

How To Permanently Restore Black Plastic Trim (Easy Fix)

One thing that can always ruin the look of a freshly detailed car is where the black plastic trim areas of the bodywork have faded. These areas which were once a deep black color when they left the factory, change to an old and tired looking grey(sometimes almost white) color over time. As with any exterior car features, it’s exposed to the elements and is therefore prone to fading at some point in the vehicles life. You could spend hours…

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New Bilt Hamber Products – Touch-less & Touch-On

New Bilt Hamber Products – Touch-less & Touch-On

I was surprised to hear that one of my favourite car detailing brands Bilt Hamber were releasing some new products. I have always admired the Bilt Hamber brand as I feel that they perform a lot better than some of the competition with less marketing hype and are always price their products reasonably. They don’t release new products very often but their new offering is something they call their “Touch System“. This new system comprises of two separate products called…

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What Lubricant Should You Use With a Clay Bar?

What Lubricant Should You Use With a Clay Bar?

Knowing how to use a clay bar on a car is one of the most important skills you should learn when it comes to detailing. Whether you are an amateur or a professional, using a clay bar is something that you are going to come up against if you are chasing that perfect finish. One area of the claying process that is commonly misunderstood or not executed correctly is around using a lubricant between the cars paintwork and the clay…

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New Meguiars Detailing Products Announced for 2021

New Meguiars Detailing Products Announced for 2021

It’s that time of the year again when Meguiars announce their line of upcoming products. 2021 looks set to get some nice new additions to the Meguiars range. Lets take a look below! Source – Here Meguiar’s® Hybrid Paint Coating Meguiar’s Hybrid Paint Coating is a feat of modern chemistry, blending the best attributes of traditional ceramic paint coatings with the advantages of our proprietary Hybrid Polysiloxane Technology. The results? Our most chemically resistant & durable paint protection formula to date,…

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DIY Ceramic Coating Gone Wrong? Steps For Fixing

DIY Ceramic Coating Gone Wrong? Steps For Fixing

I received some great feedback on one of my recent blog posts which detailed how to apply ceramic coating at home for beginners, with a lot of people expressing that they wanted to give it a try themselves. However, one common concern amongst readers was, what happens if the ceramic coating goes wrong? For many enthusiast detailers who have no experience working with ceramic coatings, it can be a daunting proposition, as there are plenty of horror stories online of…

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