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Is It Time to Reapply Ceramic Coating?

When properly maintained, professionally applied ceramic coating offers many years of protection against UV damage, corrosion, and environmental hazards.  The...

Colored PPF vs. Vinyl Wraps

When it comes to customizing your vehicle’s look, there is a world of possibilities beyond factory paint.  For years, vinyl wraps were the go-to for anyone looking to...

Do Clear Bras Prevent Paint Chips?

The smallest particles of road debris can present the biggest threat to your car’s paint. Loose gravel, construction grit, and road salt are a virtually unavoidable part...

How to Keep Your Car’s Paint Healthy

Your car’s paint isn’t just there to look shiny — it serves as a protective barrier against the elements, warding off rust and corrosion. A pristine paint job also...

5 Pro Tips to Keep Your Car Looking New

Do you love your car, but you’ve lost that fresh-off-the-showroom-floor feeling?  Regular detailing is always important, but keeping your car looking new goes beyond...

Is Your Car Safe at the Detailing Shop?

When you entrust your car to a professional auto detailing shop for paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coating, or window tinting services, installer expertise is a...

How to Safely Remove DIY PPF

Properly installed PPF offers drivers up to a decade of paint protection. Badly installed PPF creates instant regret.  If you've ever considered installing paint...

How to Prep Your Car for Resale

Selling your car can be an exciting but challenging process, especially if you’re hoping to get the highest possible price. It comes as no surprise that a car that looks...

What to Do About Foggy Headlights

Cloudy, grimy, or yellowed headlights aren’t just unattractive — they’re downright dangerous.  According to AAA, foggy headlights can reduce visibility by up to 80%....

Ceramic Coating Aftercare: Make Your Protection Last

With proper maintenance, professionally applied ceramic coating offers years of shine and protection from the elements.  Ceramic coating begins as a liquid and...

Ceramic Coating: Does Brand Matter?

Ceramic coating offers your vehicle eye-catching shine and lasting protection from the elements — but is one ceramic coating brand really superior to another? If...

Is DIY PPF Worth It?

If you’ve been exploring your options for paint protection film (PPF), you’ve probably at least considered self-installation. DIY PPF kits promise to save car...

Protect Your Paint from Raleigh Metro Area Highway Construction

Wake and Johnston county residents are all too familiar with ongoing highway construction. The 540 outer loop, which will go around the greater Raleigh area to connect...

Preventing Skin Cancer with Window Tinting

There are plenty of reasons why automotive enthusiasts seek out window tinting for their vehicles. In addition to looking great, dark windows keep your car cooler on hot...

Are Local Car Clubs Worth the Cost?

Outside of occasional cruise-ins and auto shows, many automotive enthusiasts primarily interact with each other in online forums. If you’re seeking consistent in-person...

Tesla Paint Protection Options

The Tesla brand is so strongly associated with innovation and modernity, it’s no wonder that drivers want to keep them looking sleek and new. Pristine paint not only...

4 Tips for Streak-Free Automotive Glass

When the sun beams through your windshield on your morning commute, don’t be a victim of streaky glass! Streaks and smudges aren’t just unsightly — they can obscure...

Should I Put PPF on My Whole Car?

Paint protection film (PPF) is a long-lasting investment in your vehicle. The thin, flexible polymer film hugs the surface of your paint job to form a self-healing...

Will the New Car Market Ever Go Back to Normal?

The COVID-19 pandemic sent a ripple effect through global manufacturing. For auto enthusiasts, the changes it caused to the new car market have been drastic and lasting....

Boat Cleanup in Half the Time with Ceramic Coating: Protect Your Gelcoat

Did you know that the automotive enthusiasts at ATD are also passionate about boat maintenance? The shine and protection that ceramic coating offers your car can also...

I Just Bought a New Car. Should I Get Film or Ceramic Coating?

Keeping your new car looking gorgeous as the miles roll by requires an upfront investment. But how can automotive enthusiasts get maximum protection for their paint job...

Should I Get My PPF and Window Tint from My Auto Dealership?

If you’re in the process of purchasing a new vehicle from a dealership, you can probably expect your salesman to discuss your options for getting paint protection and...

Careers in the Automotive Paint Protection and Window Tint Industries

Technologies in the paint protection film, ceramic coating, and window tint industries are advancing all the time — and opportunities to earn a living and create an...

Schedule Your Paint Protection on Tesla and Mach-E Pre-orders

If you’ve pre-ordered your next new vehicle, you’re probably counting down the days until delivery. You may have already prepared the perfect spot in your garage, but...

Ceramic Coating vs. Paint Protection Film, from the Pros

At ATD, we’re car people. Our specialists understand the relationship between automotive enthusiasts and their vehicles, so we know how much easier it is to enjoy the...

Does Your PPF Installer’s Software and Plotting System Matter?

When it comes to paint protection film, fit matters. This thin, protective polymer must be cut and installed precisely to properly protect your vehicle’s surface without...

How to Protect Your Classic Car

Classic cars are time machines that transport us to a bygone era. People who love these unique automobiles know they require special care to keep them looking...

The Best Technique for Washing Your Car

Everyone loves that clean car feeling, but did you know that thorough, proper washing also plays an important role in the life of your paint job?   Automotive...

Protecting Your Tesla’s Resale Value

There’s no denying the Tesla phenomenon. These sporty, sleek vehicles have reimaged electric cars, and their increasing popularity is changing infrastructure. New Tesla...

Is Ceramic Coating Good for a Boat?

Auto enthusiasts are well aware of all the benefits of ceramic coating for their cars, but did you know that it can also help maintain the condition of your boat? A...

Caring for Your Car’s Interior 101

Everyone wants a car that turns heads, but a well-maintained interior is crucial for drivers who want to truly enjoy their vehicle.  Clean, conditioned seats and...

Why Reputable Brands Matter for PPF or Ceramic Coating

The range of options for paint protection film (PPF) and ceramic coatings can feel overwhelming. Auto enthusiasts who want to preserve the sleek look of their car view...

Don’t Get Hustled! How to Choose the Right Paint Protection Film Installer

Paint protection film (PPF) is a fantastic investment for auto enthusiasts who want to keep their vehicle looking sharp in a world full of door dings, highway grit, and...

What Are the Benefits of Window Tinting?

Aftermarket window tint is a thin film made of heat-rejecting polymers. A high-quality film acts as a barrier to the sun’s rays, blocking up to 99% of infrared heat from...

3 Mistakes That Can Harm Your Paint Job

Car enthusiasts want to maintain that glossy fresh-off-the-lot look as long as possible. Unfortunately, many aren’t aware of the daily hazards that threaten their paint....

How Long Does Ceramic Coating Last?

Whether your vehicle is a daily driver or a meticulously maintained Sunday cruiser, time can take a toll on its finish.  If you want to protect your automobile from...

Tesla Charging Station in Garner, NC

Did you know that ATD Detailing is located across the street from a Tesla charging station? The eight-station Supercharger next to Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N BBQ is...

What is the Trifecta of Automotive Protection Services with ATD?

Whether you have just invested in a new vehicle or you’re interested in restoring an older one to its former glory, there are several services to choose from.  If...

Is Paint Correction Worth It?

Even though the dings and damage to your paint job may be subtle, paint correction can make a dramatic difference in the way your vehicle shines.  Whether you’re...

How Long Does PPF Last?

Paint protection film (PPF) is a fantastic way to put a barrier between your vehicle’s paint job and potential scratches, scrapes, and dings. Drivers who are considering...

Common mistakes when purchasing a new vehicle? Are you guilty of these?

Let ATD Detailing help you avoid these mistakes!   The car shopping and buying process can be overwhelming and time consuming for even the most seasoned car...

New Year’s Resolution – Dry Your Car Right!

How to Dry Your Car Safely Washing your car, truck, or SUV every few weeks is recommended – regardless of where you live. But how do you dry your car safely? Some...

How to Protect Car Paint Without a Garage

It’s estimated that more than half of the homes in the United States do not have a covered parking garage. While many of us can’t live without our ‘toy boxes’ –...

Ceramic Coating on Carfax and How It Affects Car Value

Ceramic coating's revolutionary liquid nanotechnology doesn’t only provide a new layer of protection on your vehicle, but it can actually help improve the resale value...

The Best Paint Protection Tools Used by Professionals

When going to an auto detail shop in need of paint correction, the most important factor is finding a shop that you know you can trust. You want a shop that uses...

Clear Bra Paint Protection for Rock Chips

You’re driving your vehicle; it’s a beautiful day in sunny Raleigh, NC  just cruising along minding your own business, enjoying your day. When you get back home you take...

5 Reasons to Tint Your Windows

Window Tinting is one of those additions to your vehicle that most people think is completely superficial. However, you might be surprised that tinting your windows not...

Is Ceramic Pro Paint Coating Worth It?

Here at ATD Detailing Inc we only want the absolute best for our customers. That’s why we only hire the best auto detailing professionals and only use top of the line...

ATD Detailing Inc offers over 10 years’ experience in the paint correction, paint protection film, ceramic coating, and window tinting industry. We are paint protection experts, providing unparalleled customer service to our Triangle car enthusiast.

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