It seems like car enthusiasts and automakers all compete to create the shiniest, most reflective paint finishes possible. More recently, however, some have turned to a different type of finish in ...

There are many ways to make your car stand out, especially when it comes to aesthetics, but few options open to car buyers have as big an impact as the choice of paint. New car buyers have the ...

Matte-paint finishes – famous for their flat, non-reflective appearances and sandy, rough textures – have become an increasingly trendy part of the automotive landscape. Take Andrew Fine's BMW, for ...

Matte paint finishes have a certain wow factor that gives cars a stealthy, high-end vibe that turns heads. A few years ago, you'd only spot a modified car with such finishes. But recently, they've ...

After picking up my Hyundai Ioniq 5 N in June, I reached out to the pros at Meguiar's to get some tips on how to care for matte paint. The team provided me with their product recommendations and a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Matte paint finishes are as easy to care for as regular car paint. The difference is in the products used when washing or sealing the finish.

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Ralph Hanson February 4, 2008 Comment Now! Matte paintjobs used to be the choice of weekend racers who’d touch up their cars after a bingle with anything they could get their hands on to protect it ...

GM offers various types of paint on its vehicles to achieve different visual effects to appeal to a wide range of customers. While a color’s primary purpose is aesthetic, The General puts considerable ...

Matte paint definitely looks cool, and you never need to polish and wax its surface. But with these benefits come some downsides that can catch you off guard.

When we left off last month, we had installed the SnugTop shell and giant Yakima rack, and we were pretty much out of things to do except tear the truck down for paint, so we can bolt on all the cool ...

CARS.COM — Choosing the color of your new car is often one of the most important parts of the shopping process. Paint type can play an important factor, too, as certain finishes not only cost ...