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Smudges + Fingerprints on Your Cybertruck?

With its sharp angles and raw stainless-steel exterior, Tesla Cybertrucks make a bold statement on the road. However, many Cybertruck owners have noticed the iconic finish comes with unique upkeep challenges. Even the most meticulous homecare struggles to offset how easily the surface shows fingerprints, smudges, and other marks.

If you enjoy the Cybertruck’s futuristic look but worry about its maintenance requirements and vulnerability to damage, ATD’s paint protection options make it easier to keep your Tesla looking new.

tesla cybertruck has smudges and bug splatter from driving on a remote mountain roadPPF for Cybertrucks

Anyone who has ever struggled to keep a stainless steel refrigerator looking polished can relate. The lack of a clear coat gives Cybertrucks their distinctive finish but also renders minor scratches, smears, smudges, swirls, and door dings highly visible. 

Should you ever decide to sell your Cybertruck, small surface flaws can lower your resale value. PPF (paint protection film) protects your Tesla with a durable, self-healing second skin that:

  • Prevents fingerprints and skin oil from dirtying the metal surface
  • Absorbs minor damage to keep your exterior smooth 
  • Protects against accidental scratches and swirl marks from washing
  • Offers reversible coverage, ideal for resale or future customization

If you want to protect your Cybertruck while preserving that “unfinished” look, XPEL’s premium matte, satin and color PPF options offer coverage that compliments your vehicle’s industrial aesthetic. Reach out to our detailing experts to explore colors and finishes that will keep your Tesla looking sharp and modern. 

Prevent Corrosion with Ceramic Coating

Although stainless steel is designed to resist rust and corrosion, Cybertruck owners have to be diligent about removing environmental contaminants and abrasives before they damage the vehicle’s surface.

Road salt, acid rain, and metal particles from construction dust can tarnish Cybertrucks over time. What’s more, the unfinished metal surface can be especially unforgiving of bad washing techniques

tesla cybertruck with purple underlights parked under a bridge in downtown Las VegasCybertruck owners who want a layer of protection from the elements are turning to ceramic coating to reduce the demands of maintenance. When professionally applied, this liquid polymer creates a hydrophobic, nonstick barrier that makes stainless steel: 

  • Resistant to visible fingerprints, streaks, and smudges
  • Less prone to water spots 
  • Easier to clean with less scrubbing
  • Less vulnerable to UV damage and environmental wear 

If you’re familiar with ceramic coating’s high-gloss reputation, you may be concerned that it will fundamentally alter the look of your Cybertruck. Fortunately, premium coatings are designed to enhance your existing finish rather than alter it. When properly prepped and applied, ceramic coating will only deepen and enhance the appearance of stainless steel, not turn it into polished chrome. 

Trust Your Cybertruck to ATD

When it comes to paint protection for specialty vehicles, the expertise of your installer matters a great deal. We rely on XPEL’s premium products and world-class PPF pattern repository to ensure a perfect fit and lasting coverage that enhances your ROI. 

Stand Out With Invisible Paint Protection

Your Cybertruck wasn’t made to blend in. Get paint protection that preserves its unique look while simplifying maintenance and preventing unsightly smudges, scratches, dings, and corrosion. 

The detailing experts at ATD are here to help you explore your paint protection options and keep your Cybertruck looking sharp for many years to come. 

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