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Get Extra Shine With the TouchUpDirect Polishing Kit
January 7, 2025
by TouchUpDirect
Our experts are here to teach you how to get the ultimate shine with the TouchUpDirect Polishing Kit.
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Tips For Every Adventure
May 10, 2024
by TouchUpDirect
We love a good series here at the TouchUpDirect blog. We’ve had our fun telling you about all the different...
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White Touch Up Paint: Tips for the Perfect Finish
February 19, 2024
by TouchUpDirect
Photo by Mathias Bach Laursen from Unsplash In 2023, a survey found that white was the most popular car color...
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Vehicle Tips
Guide to Affordable and Sustainable Car Maintenance
January 10, 2023
by TouchUpDirect
Car maintenance is a must for every new or seasoned car owner. When there is regular car maintenance, one does...
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Car Paint Over The Years
December 15, 2022
by TouchUpDirect
What’s more fun than watching paint dry? Learning the history of how we got paint to dry!
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Vehicle Tips
Why You Shouldn’t Wait To Fix Car Dings and Paint Scratches
June 10, 2022
by TouchUpDirect
Finding a few dings and scratches on your car’s paint is never a fun discovery. So here’s why you shouldn’t...
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Vehicle Tips
5 Tips To Keep Your Car’s Paint From Fading
March 25, 2022
by TouchUpDirect
The last thing you want is to have your car’s paint fade. So here are tips to keep your car’s...
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Vehicle Tips
3 Tips and Tricks For Car Enthusiasts
January 18, 2022
by TouchUpDirect
Sometimes, owning a car isn’t enough to show your love for cars. Here are three tips and tricks for becoming...
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Vehicle Tips
The Dos & Don’ts of Winter Automotive Storage
November 13, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
As the weather gets colder, you may wonder how to store your vehicle properly without ruining the interior or exterior....
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How To Care for Your Car’s Paint Protection and Coating
August 27, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
After making a touchup performance job on your car, it’s important you take all steps necessary to keep it shining....
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How-To
Different Types of Scratches & How To Fix Them
August 23, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
Explore the different types of scratches and how to fix them. Forget about those expensive car paint bills because now...
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Vehicle Tips
3 Types of Automotive Rusting Every Car Owner Should Know
August 18, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
Part of owning a car means maintaining it as needed. Here are different forms of car rust that every owner...
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Car Care Tips: Car Washing Without Destroying Your Paint
August 4, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
It’s important to take care of your car. This is why these car washing tips will make yours look shiny...
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Vehicle Tips
Essential Safety and Maintenance Tips for Young Drivers
July 29, 2021
by TouchUpDirect
Getting a driver’s license is an exciting transition into adulthood, but these safety and maintenance tips will prepare every young...
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Vehicle Tips
Tricoat Myths
June 10, 2020
by TouchUpDirect
It’s come to our attention that a fair number of you don’t know what a tricoat is. This is a...
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Vehicle Tips
The Car Wash Dilemma
June 1, 2020
by TouchUpDirect
Here is a dilemma. You need to wash your car when it gets dirty. If you don’t, it could cause...
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Wetsanding Your Vehicle
May 5, 2020
by TouchUpDirect
Hey there! Today, we’re gonna talk about sandpaper, wet sanding, and how it relates to your vehicle’s coat. Sandpaper has...
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Vehicle Tips
How Weather Effects Your Vehicle
January 8, 2020
by TouchUpDirect
Learn How Weather Can Affect Your Vehicle None of us can control the weather, but with a little extra care,...
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Vehicle Tips
10 Tips to Help Keep Your Car Forever
March 15, 2019
by TouchUpDirect
There are any number of reasons why you might want to extend the life of your vehicle. Money might be...
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Vehicle Tips
Holiday Gifts To Extend The Life Of Your Car
December 4, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
With the holidays approaching fast, everyone begins to think about the gifts they will give to loved ones in order...
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Vehicle Tips
Economical Ways to Prepare Your Car For The Winter
October 22, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
Whether you are driving a beat-up old clunker or the newest model, replacing your car because of the effects of...
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Vehicle Tips
When To Leave Car Repair to The Professionals
July 9, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
When to DIY or Leave to the Professionals Your car is a complex machine with somewhere around 30,000 parts, so...
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How-To
Steps To Bring An Old Car Back To Life
June 19, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
There is nothing like the rush of excitement you get when you drive a shiny, brand new car fresh off...
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Repair or Let Go? Signs To Let Go Of An Old Car
June 7, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
If you’ve got an American classic sitting in your garage which you’re dedicated to preserving, this article isn’t for you....
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Don’t Ignore Those Paint Scratches
May 15, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
How Ignoring Paint Scratches Impacts The Overall Health of Your Car “It’s only a scratch.” That’s what the rugged heroes...
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Vehicle Tips
Winterizing Your Car Inside and Out
March 15, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
Winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle. The evil trio of road salt residue, cold temperatures and dirt can affect...
Reading time: 18 min
How-To
How To Increase Your Car’s Value For Under $100
February 22, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
Your vehicle is one of your greatest assets. Keeping it looking as good as possible carries with it many benefits....
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Vehicle Tips
Economical Tips for Maintaining Vehicle Appearance
February 15, 2018
by TouchUpDirect
It goes far beyond making a positive first impression. Keeping your car or motorcycle looking great is one of the...
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How-To
Paint It Yourself
September 29, 2017
by TouchUpDirect
You can’t just park your car out back and paint it… But you can! Don’t assume that the TouchUpDirect crew...
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