Jun 24, 2026
Wax is not dead. The detailing industry just got it wrong.
For years, brands tried to evolve car wax by making it last longer, act more like a ceramic coating, or compete with ceramic sprays. But I think they missed the real point.
People still love waxing their cars.
They love the gloss.
They love the slickness.
They...
Jun 17, 2026
Most people think you can't wash a car in direct sunlight without causing water spots, streaks, or frustration.
That used to be true.
In this video, I show you how to wash, clay, and protect your vehicle outside in direct sun using a modern process that takes about 20 minutes from start to finish.
We'll foam a dry...
Jun 10, 2026
Detailing has gotten way too complicated.
A lot of people think they need 25 or 30 different products just to properly detail one car. Wheel cleaner, tire cleaner, bug remover, foam soap, contact wash soap, drying aid, glass cleaner, trim dressing, interior cleaner, leather cleaner, polish, ceramic spray, water spot...
Jun 7, 2026
Recently, acid-alkaline wash systems (sometimes called "exothermic washes") have become one of the hottest topics in the detailing industry. These systems can deliver incredible cleaning power by combining acidic and alkaline chemistry, but are they really the best solution for long-term vehicle maintenance?
In this...
Jun 3, 2026
A customer recently asked me a great question: “Is Tough As Shell still worth using if I take my car through a soft-touch automatic car wash?”
He had just bought a brand new dark jade green Kia Telluride, parks outside, does not have a garage or carport, and uses a commercial soft-touch car wash two or three times a...