Should my alloy wheels be peeling?

I have recently bought a Volvo V60 2021 plate and the alloys were refurbished just before I bought it but I have noticed the black part of the alloys has started to peel and underneath it is a shiny black...

How can I protect my car from the elements?

I am lucky enough to own a Porsche Cayman S which I normally SORN for approximately 5 months over the winter period. I am about to move & although the new property has a garage it is too small to house...

The dealer replaced my faulty parking sensors but didn't paint them, should I complain?

We bought a used Volvo V40 from a national dealer. After picking up the car we noticed that the rear parking sensors were faulty and notified the dealer accordingly. We were asked to return the car for...

Are red cars still vulnerable to sun 'bleaching'?

I owned a couple of red cars in the 1980s and 90s. Both were new and even though they were garaged much of the time the paintwork suffered badly from ‘sun bleaching’. I understand that modern paint finishes...

How can I prevent bird droppings from damaging my car paintwork?

I currently have a black MINI which is getting damaged by bird droppings. As this is unavoidable where I live and the damage occurs in minutes. I wondering if a different colour or car manufacturer would...

Is there a standard for paint thickness?

I have recently purchased an A5 Sportback and noticed quite a lot of chipping occurring to the leading edge of the bonnet after only 8k and less than a year old. My dealer measured the paint thickness...

Do scratch remover products work?

There are many products that advertise the simplicity of masking or removing scratches on bodywork. Are they as magical as purported to be and if so what product would you recommend?

Is glass coating worth it?

I'm buying a Lexus RC300. The dealers all say glass coating is the best protection for the bodywork, giving them a nice commission on the sale. Is it actually worth it and does it protect as well as is...

Is Autoglym LifeShine worth it?

I'm buying a second hand Mitsubishi Outlander (2019 plate), the car is metallic black and the body work is in excellent condition. I have been asked if I would like Autoglym Lifeshine, is it worth the...

Will washing up liquid stop paint from sticking to my tyres?

Does washing up liquid prevent overspray on tyres fron sticking ?