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Q3 OEM Color Update – New Colors for 2025/2026 Models

September 23, 2025 by TouchUpDirect

TouchUpDirect Expands OEM-Matched Color Lineup with New Automotive and Motorcycle Releases – Q3 2025 Los Angeles, CA – As the...

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TUD News

TouchUpDirect Quarterly Industry Update, May 2025

May 30, 2025 by TouchUpDirect

Vehicle color trends continue to evolve rapidly, with matte finishes and vibrant palettes for electric vehicles gaining popularity. TouchUpDirect, the...

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Videos

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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Videos

Repair a Large Scratch With Aerosol Spray Paint

by TouchUpDirect

Not a fan of written tutorials? We've got you covered. Learn how to effectively use the Aerosol Platinum Kit with...

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Videos

Repair a Scrape With a Touch Up Pen & Brush

by TouchUpDirect

Learn from our experts as they take you on a step by step journey to touch up those chips &...

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Good Stuff

How to Prevent Packages from Being Stolen During Holiday

December 3, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Protect Your Packages, or Yule Be Sorry The holidays are upon us, and that means holiday shopping and purchases being...

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Good Stuff

From Order to Driveway: How Auto Touch Up Paint Gets From the TouchUpDirect Factory to Your Car

August 7, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Today, we thought we’d give you a little walkthrough on how your touch up paint tool goes from an online...

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Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Summer Paint Damage Woes

August 6, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Don’t let the heat and nature of Summer cause your car paint pains. Our Tips for Every Adventure series is...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Track Day Trauma

July 22, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We love a motorcycle track day here at TouchUpDirect. The screech of tires, the metallic smell of iron particles in...

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Good Stuff

American Adventures Month

July 18, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Happy August! As of this writing, Summer is winding down and Fall fast approaches but you know what there’s still...

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How-To, Vehicle Tips

Understanding Car Paint Codes: A Comprehensive Guide

by TouchUpDirect

TouchUpDirect can make over twenty thousand car colors for a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. With such an overwhelming...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Road Trip Risks

July 16, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We here at TouchUpDirect are crazy for a good road trip. Maybe you’ll head on over to the beach or...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Parking Perils

July 1, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We’ve all been there. You come out of the store to find that your once pristine paint job has been...

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Good Stuff, How-To

A Ford F-150 Transformation: Blue Flame Metallic

by TouchUpDirect

Devin Gonzales from Auto Journey is no stranger to car modifications and customizations. As an avid automotive enthusiast, Devin has...

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Good Stuff, How-To

The One Hour Paint Job

June 24, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

If you’re anything like us, you take immense pride in keeping your vehicle looking pristine. But let’s face it, scratches,...

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How-To

Tips for Every Adventure: Highway Hazards

June 20, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Highways are the lifelines of modern transportation, but they’re also prime territory for potential damage to your car’s paint. Think...

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How-To

Top 5 Mistakes When Applying Touch Up Paint (And How to Fix Them)

June 11, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

If you’re like me, you take pride in keeping your ride looking sleek and polished. But let’s face it, your...

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Good Stuff, How-To, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Off Road Damage

June 4, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Off-roading is an exhilarating hobby that combines adventure, skill, and a bit of mud-slinging fun. It’s about taking your vehicle...

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Good Stuff

Ultimate Speed Thrills: 10 of the Best Car Movies You Can’t Miss

by TouchUpDirect

As distinguished and refined automobile enthusiasts, we here at TouchUpDirect have a fondness for the more vehicular type of cinema....

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Ultimate Adventures: Top 5 Scenic Routes for Your USA Road Trip Experience

May 23, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

What makes a road trip USA unforgettable? It’s the paths you choose—from the legendary Route 66 to the picturesque Highway...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Rain Damage

May 22, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We’ve spent some time warning of the dangers of driving in the rain. While we made some very good points...

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Vehicle Tips

Rattlecan Restoration

May 16, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Well hello again, drivers! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of Aerosol spray cans. Touching up your car with...

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Vehicle Tips

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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Vehicle Tips

Increase Your Car’s Resale & Trade-In Value

April 24, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Hey, did you know that the moment you drive a new car off the lot, it starts losing its value?...

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Good Stuff

Stunning Silver! Top Silver Car Colors

April 11, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We truly love our car colors here at TouchUpDirect. This enthusiasm has inspired a bunch of blog posts on our...

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Good Stuff

Everything You Need to Know about the Touch Up Brush

April 2, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Touch Up Brush FAQ We here at TouchUpDirect love a good paint applicator. We’re here to talk about the amazing...

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Good Stuff

Everything You Need to Know about the Scratch & Chip Putty!

by TouchUpDirect

The Scratch & Chip Putty FAQ What’s this? This scratch on your car is actually a hole? You can’t just...

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Good Stuff

The Past, Present, & Future of Women in Motorsports

March 21, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

It’s been a long time coming but it seems that women are finally making progress in the mostly male-dominated world...

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Videos

How to Paint Vehicle Accessories

March 7, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Touching up an accessory is no more difficult than any other touch up. You just have to know the steps....

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Good Stuff

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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Good Stuff

The TouchUpDirect User Showcase!

February 1, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We wanted to highlight just a few of our amazing customers who have done such wonderful jobs touching up their...

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Good Stuff

Black Touch Up Paint: What’s The Story Behind This Classic Color?

January 30, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We’ve given a lot of attention to the color gray but we think it’s time to go a bit…darker. Black...

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Good Stuff

Meet The TouchUpDirect Tesla Touch Up Kit

September 12, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Imagine. You have found a dreadful little nick on your beloved Tesla. However small, that tiny chip can ruin even...

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Good Stuff

All About Destroyer Gray!

August 29, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Destroyer Gray We here at TouchUpDirect have covered an assortment of gray colored automotive paint from Nardo to Sonic. Today,...

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Good Stuff

All About Opulent Amber!

July 31, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Opulent Amber We love a mysterious color here at TouchUpDirect and Toyota’s Opulent Amber shade has piqued our interest. What...

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Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need To Know About Clearcoat!

July 19, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

The TouchUpDirect Clearcoat FAQ Clearcoat is a vitally important step in the modern automotive paint system. One of the very...

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Good Stuff

Atlas Blue Metallic

July 17, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Ford’s Atlas Blue Metallic We’ve had a lot of fun talking about all different shades of the color gray here...

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Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need To Know About Touch Up Pens

June 15, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

The Touch Up Pen FAQ We here at TouchUpDirect love a good paint applicator. One of our absolute favorites is...

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Good Stuff

Sonic Gray Pearl

May 24, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Honda’s Fascinating Sonic Grey Shade We’ve come a long way from the days of Henry Ford’s boast that “Any customer...

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How-To, Videos

Tesla Wheel Touch Up Kit

May 22, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Introducing our Wheel Touch Up Kit – the perfect solution for repairing and protecting minor scratches on your wheels! Formulated...

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Good Stuff, How-To

Is Car Spray Paint For You?

May 9, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

We here at TouchUpDirect love helping our customers fix up those little nicks and scratches on their car’s coat. Our...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s (Second) Big Car History Quiz!

April 25, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Chippie knows that perfect score on the last car history quiz was a fluke. Our little mascot demands a rematch....

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Good Stuff

7 Amazing Racing Stories

April 5, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

There are a million great stories in the history of racing. With the high stakes of the sport and the...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

The Big 2023 Pop Culture Quiz!

March 20, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Our beloved mascot, Fixie the Aerosol, is a pop culture maven. We’ve been begging her for years to put her...

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Photo of a Racing Car with a text "2023 Racing Car Quiz"

Good Stuff, Quizzes

A TUD Racing Quiz: 2023

February 27, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

‘Tis the season when a young touch up mascot’s mind turns to thoughts of racing. Our beloved mascot, Larry the...

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Vehicle Tips

When Do You Need to Go to a Body Shop?

January 26, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

We love a good touch up paint. It covers all manner of things from a bird desecrating your beautiful paint...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s Big 2023 Movie Quiz

January 20, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Our mascots have spent the holiday in a giant movie marathon and all they’ve got to show for it are...

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Cartoon visual of a dog mechanic fixing a toyota car

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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A bunch of bottle filled with various colors of paint that are organized neatly in rows, with each row dedicated to paints of the same hue.

Good Stuff

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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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TUD’s Year End Quiz

December 6, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Chippie wants to celebrate a year of great quizzes with (you guessed it) ANOTHER QUIZ! He’s made up new questions...

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Good Stuff

Candy Color Tricoats

November 15, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Candy coats have been popular for what feels like forever, but who did it first, and how do those bright...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TouchUpDirect Language Trivia Quiz

October 28, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Chippie’s fascination of the month is etymology and as is his custom, he’s made a little quiz. Let’s see how...

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Good Stuff

Matte Black

October 17, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Matte Black is one of the most elegant colors one can choose for their vehicle. But what are the pros...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TouchUpDirect Music Trivia Quiz

September 21, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Our beloved mascot, Chippie, only listens to songs that are related to (in this order) cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, and...

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Good Stuff

The Origin of Motorsports

September 12, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

The history of motorsports is wrought with all types of twists and turns. Join TUD as we delve into how...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s Big Geography Quiz Pt. 2

August 19, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Chippie’s not mad that you beat his last geography quiz. This quiz is just for fun. He definitely didn’t make...

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How-To

How To Apply Tricoat Paint

July 14, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

What is a Tricoat? Today we’re going to talk about Tricoats. All pearl yellows, pearl whites and pearl oranges use...

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Good Stuff

What is Nardo Gray?

July 11, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Audi's alluring Nardo Grey color has been captivating car enthusiasts for almost a decade now. Join TUD as we look...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TUD’s Custom Car Quiz!

June 23, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Our mascot, Larry, has been getting into the world of custom cars! He asked if he could customize the vehicles...

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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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Videos

What Happens If You Paint Your Car The Wrong Color?

June 7, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

We all know that accidents happen. When they do, Don’t Panic! We’ve got your back.

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Vehicle Tips

5 Details You Might Not Know About Driving in the Rain

June 3, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

There are days when driving in inclement weather is inevitable. So, here are five details you might not know about...

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Vehicle Tips

5 Vintage Corvette Models You Need To Know

June 2, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

When you investigate older vehicles, you can see their influences on modern ones. Here are five vintage Corvette models you...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TouchUpDirect’s Big Racing Quiz

May 18, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

From Nascar to Formula One, we’re turning our focus this month to all things racing! Brush up on your knowledge...

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Good Stuff

Luxury Cars From the 1960s to 2020s You Should Recognize

May 16, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

The automotive industry has reigned supreme in the transportation business for over a century. From the first “vehicle powered by...

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James Dean driving Porsche 550 Spyder with whirling blue and black background

Good Stuff

5 Tales of Cursed Cars

May 12, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

We love a good urban legend and tall tale here at TUD. And there have been plenty of spooky stories...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TouchUpDirect’s Pop Culture Quiz

April 22, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Are you ready to test your knowledge of Pop Culture and once again defeat our dastardly quiz? Test Your Pop...

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Vehicle Tips

7 of the Most Common Ways To Damage Your Truck Bed

by TouchUpDirect

Are you starting to notice scrape marks or dents in your truck bed? There’s a reason for that—here are seven...

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Good Stuff

5 Must-Have Dodge Ram Upgrades for Utility Vehicles

April 4, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Having the truck of your dreams should come with unique add-ons. So here are five must-have Dodge Ram upgrades for...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

TouchUpDirect’s Car Brand Quiz Challenge

March 30, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Do you know your Audis from your Dodges? Start the quiz and see if you’re one of the chosen few...

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Good Stuff

Top 5 Tesla Model 3 Color Options in 2022

March 28, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

When you’ve decided to go with the Tesla Model 3 as your car, the color matters. Here are the top...

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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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Good Stuff

Drive a Honda Civic Type-R? Check Out These 5 Must-Have Mods

March 18, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

When it comes to driving a Honda Civic Type-R, you want to drive at max capacity. So here are 5...

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Good Stuff

What Is the Jeep Wave? Everything You Need To Know

March 16, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Has another Jeep driver ever given you the “Jeep wave” while you were on the road? Here’s what to know...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s Big Car History Quiz

February 17, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Our beloved mascot, Chippie the Sentient Touch Up Pen, has become quite the automobile historian recently. He has decided to...

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Good Stuff

5 Luxury Paint Colors To Make Your Car Stand Out

February 2, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Sometimes your vehicle needs some extra flair to show off its beauty. Here are five luxury paint colors to make...

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Good Stuff

Winter Weather Hazards That Can Damage Your Paint Job

January 27, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

The last thing you want is to come across scratches on your car paint after driving in the snow. Here...

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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s Big Movie Car Quiz

January 26, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Our beloved mascot, Chippie the Sentient Touch Up Pen, has become quite the movie buff recently. And he has decided...

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Good Stuff

4 Hobbies You Can Do in Your Garage

January 21, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Why not move your man den or your she shed to the garage? Here are 4 hobbies you can do...

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Vehicle Tips

4 Interesting Car Facts That You Might Not Know

January 19, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Think you know everything and anything about cars? Here are 4 interesting car facts that you might not know so...

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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

Common Car Problems Every Vehicle Owner Should Know

January 14, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Knowing how to get through all kinds of car issues can feel stressful. So here are common car problems every...

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Good Stuff

The Most Popular Chevy Corvette Colors by Generation

January 11, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

You can often recognize a historical car that has stood the test of time by its color alone. Here are...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Key Things To Consider When Buying a Used Car

December 27, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

When the time comes to purchase a car, sometimes going down the used route is the right decision. Here are...

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Vehicle Tips

Wrapping or Repainting Your Car: What You Need To Know

December 22, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

It takes time and money to create the best-looking vehicle of your dreams. Here is what you need to know...

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Vehicle Tips

5 Helpful Tips When Dealing With a Car Mechanic

December 17, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Finding the best car mechanic for your car means knowing how to express your thanks. Here are five helpful tips...

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Car Paint Touch Up: What You Need for Your DIY Project

How-To

Essentials for Touching Up Your Car

December 9, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Getting a scratch or nick in your car’s paint can give you a headache. Don’t stress out; here’s what you...

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Vehicle Tips

Protecting Your Vehicle’s Paint From Road Salt This Winter

December 3, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

There’s nothing more annoying than your car paint chipping due to road salt. Here are some tips for protecting your...

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Car Touch Up Paint Options: Which Is Right for Your Vehicle?

Vehicle Tips

What Style of Touch Up Paint is Right For Your Car?

November 16, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Finding the right automotive touch up paint option may seem tricky, but this guide will show you which one is...

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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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Vehicle Tips

Auto Insurance: Does It Cover Cosmetic Damage To Your Car?

November 10, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Auto insurance does a lot for car owners, but does it cover cosmetic damage? Find out if your insurance covers...

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Vehicle Tips

Car Essentials: How To Prepare an All Seasons Emergency Kit

September 27, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

When it comes to your vehicle, expect the unexpected. You need to stock up on car essentials. Learn how to...

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Vehicle Tips

Give Your Car a Facelift: Expert DIY Tips On a Budget

September 22, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Nobody wants to drive an ugly vehicle. From fixing your windshield to replacing your rims, here are our expert DIY...

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Vehicle Tips

Waterborne vs. Solvent-Based Car Paint: Which Is Better?

September 21, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Check out this brief guide on the differences between waterborne and solvent-based car paint so that you’re ready for the...

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Vehicle Tips

The Differences Between Car Wax and Paint Sealants

September 16, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

The market for paint-protection products can get confusing due to overabundance. Here are the main must-know differences between car wax...

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How-To

Common Auto-Blending Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

September 11, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Giving your car a new paint job is an excellent way to give your vehicle a fresh boost. However, during...

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A glossy blue finish texture applied to a car

How-To

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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Good Stuff, Quizzes

Chippie’s Big Geography Quiz

August 6, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Our beloved mascot, Chippie the Sentient Touch Up Pen, has made a quiz that he would like to share with...

Reading time: 1 min

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