Does a new car need a paint protection film?
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Does a new car need a paint protection film? Here are the details: Benefits of applying a paint protection film: Applying a paint protection film to a motor vehicle can effectively protect the car's paint. It also helps lock in the paint to prevent fading from direct sunlight and avoids the appearance of scratches. In case of minor friction, the car's paint remains unharmed. Precautions after applying a paint protection film: Avoid washing the car for a few days after application. The paint protection film and the car's paint undergo a bonding process. Washing the car before the film is fully bonded may allow water to seep into the edges and seams. Additionally, car washes typically use high-pressure sprays, which, under external force, could cause the film to shift, peel at the edges, or even be completely pulled off.
As someone who's been driving for three years as a commuter, I find paint protection film totally worth it. I hesitated when my car was brand new, but after seeing a colleague's door dented by a neighboring car's door swing, I immediately got a TPU material invisible car wrap. This thing works wonders against minor scratches and bumps, especially from careless door openings in parking lots. I don't even have to worry about towel-induced swirl marks during washes, and rainwater stains on side mirrors rinse right off after rain. Although it costs a few thousand, when I sold my car after five years, the paint looked brand new and the extra resale value basically covered the cost. Oh, and make sure to find a shop with a dust-free spray booth when applying it, otherwise trapped dust particles will drive you nuts.
