Should New Cars Apply Paint Protection Film?

[Cathy]

New cars need paint protection film, which is a layer of film applied around the car to protect the paint. It can resist scratches. Paint protection film is not easily stained. When washing the car, there's no need to worry about scratching the paint during cleaning, nor about daily stubborn stains being hard to clean or damaging the paint. This makes car washing easier, more convenient, and quicker. The role of paint protection film: It is a transparent polyurethane film. Although it cannot protect against strong impacts, it can at least resist minor scratches and also serves as a barrier for the car paint, preventing acidic corrosion from rain and snow. Therefore, it is recommended to apply paint protection film to new cars to provide better protection for the original paint. Precautions for applying paint protection film: Before application, ensure that the car body has not been recently repainted. If the film is applied over repainted areas, it may stick to the repainted parts, and when removed later, it could peel off the repainted sections. It's advisable to wait for a while after repainting before applying the film. After installation, avoid prolonged direct exposure to high temperatures for a few days or up to three days, as high temperatures can cause bubbles between the film and the paint surface, affecting the overall appearance of the car.