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Whether it’s at a dealership or in someone’s private garage, car detailing is an important step to keeping a car...
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Today, we’ll be working touching up some trail rash on the fender flares of this Ford F-150 Raptor folks today....
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I’m Uri from TouchUpDirect. Today I’m going to talk to you about Tesla touch up paint. We get a lot...
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Thanks to the Mercedes-Benz Club, we’re going to be doing a little touch-up scratch with a C-43 AMG Mercedes-Benz. For...
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Today, we’re going to be working on a 2018 Toyota 4runner TRD pro. This type of vehicle gets a lot...
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Did you know that Audi is a cousin of sorts with Porsche? Or that Jeep, Maserati, and Alfa Romeo all...
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If you’re experiencing cabin fever, then you have the green light to go on a road trip! Epidemiology expert Dr. Amanda...
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Are you a Ford Mustang fan? Read our detailed history of the iconic car, from its classic inception to the...
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Breaking in a brand-new Ducati motorcycle on a track Continuing my report from the October 26 Ducati REVS track day...
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See Ducati’s most exclusive bike on a track As part of the October 26 Ducati REVS track day event, I...
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Can you use touch up paint on your classic car? Using touch up paint in your home garage to restore...
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Ducati Superleggera V4 vs 1299 Superleggera Detailed Walk-around | TouchUpDirect
January 6, 2021 by Cornwallis
Where’s the $20K? The Ducati 1299 Superleggera (1299 SL) I have is only 3 year models older than the Superleggera...
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I measured the difference between the limited edition Ducati Superleggera V4 vs. the Ducati V4R. I measured the weights of...
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Today I’m taking and comparing weights for the Ducati Superleggera V4 (SL V4) and the 1299 Superleggera(1299 SL). According to...
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Ducati Superleggera V4 and V4R on the Dyno! The Ducati Superleggera V4 and the V4R are both rated at an...
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In today’s video, I take the weight of my Ducati Streetfighter V4. Modifications I’ve made to my Streetfighter that will...
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When switching my Akrapovic Homologated Slip-On Exhaust over to my Ducati Streetfighter V4 from my Ducati Superleggera V4, I expected...
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I recently switched out my stock wheels on my Ducati Streetfighter V4 with Marchesini magnesium wheels and I wanted to...
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Steps for a DIY Clearcoat Job Clearcoat is your car’s first line of defense from body rust and corrosion. It...
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Get your paint code and you can do your own perfect touch up paint job BMW paint code stickers can...
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Question: Why do aerosol cans have paint inside the cap? Answer: It’s not broken. The paint inside the cap is...
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Once it was playing soccer with the president, where is it now? Honda is beloved for its well engineered, reasonably-priced...
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Yes, it is really a CR-V!Source:https://www.9tro.com/media/cars/honda-cr-v-real-speed-near?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1 Customizing the Honda CR-V for performance and style Imagine pulling up to a red...
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Looking at Honda Civic years and models with top performance The Honda Civic has become the most iconic choice for...
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Meet Kirby Wood. People like to watch Kirby fix up cars. Known as @kdw00dy on Instagram, his nearly 50,000 Instagram...
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Who chose a Shadow over the Street Glide? Not all celebrities prefer Harley Davidsons. Yes, many celebs love their intimidating...
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Do you have a little paint chip or scratch on your car? Our paint pen will help you get that...
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Make your interior and exterior of your car look in sync. So, we’ve talked about the DIY jobs you can...
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We Wrote An Entire Blog About Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle Because of this 1967 Pontiac GTO
September 15, 2020 by Cornwallis
Cameron Diaz’s character, Natalie Cook, attempting to extract information from Randy Emmers, professional assassin/surfer. Upon watching the 2003 classic, Charlie’s...
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Discover how to customize your car without breaking the bank. From gear shift knobs to badges, make your car feel...
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Want to let your car know how much you love it? Read our guide to the best Lexus accessories around,...
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Want to make an intergalactic change to your car? Learn how to join the dark side by following our step...
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From lava flows to dinosaurs, read about some of Jeep’s unique color combinations. You may just find inspiration in your...
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Want a quick, efficient way to update your Lexus? Read our tips on removing, painting and mounting your Lexus badge...
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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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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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In the wee hours of the night, a mysterious caller left a nasty scratch on the Tesla of Crystalrose and...
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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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To get the best paint job, it’s essential to have a clean and dry surface before you start painting. The wax...
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This card ensures you use the right color on your car. The test card comes with our Platinum Upgrade Kit. How...
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Use wet sandpaper to create a smooth looking paint job. Remove imperfections and improve how well the paint sticks to...
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The TouchUpDirect combo pen and brush applicator is the best automotive touch up painting tool because it works for jobs of all...
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The TouchUpDirect combo pen and brush applicator is the best automotive touch up painting tool because it works for jobs of all...
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TouchUpDirect paint kits come in three options: Essential, Preferred and Platinum. Each upgraded kit includes tools that will improve the quality...
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Our combo pen gives you the ability to paint touch ups of any size. Follow these steps to get it primed...
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Using an aerosol spray can to touch up or repair your car paint can seem like a daunting project. We’ve...
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Learn How Weather Can Affect Your Vehicle None of us can control the weather, but with a little extra care,...
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Oh, those lazy, crazy days of summer! While they might be filled with fun and relaxation for you, they can...
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For us humans, signs of aging include stiff joints and the inability to remember where we put our car keys....
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Everyday grit, grime and road bumps will inevitably take their toll on your car’s finish. Add to that the onslaught...
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To you, your motorcycle might be the most beautiful of treasures no matter what it actually looks like. However, when the...
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Few things can be more frustrating and disappointing to a motorcycle enthusiast than scratches on the bike’s finish. Although they...
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There are any number of reasons why you might want to extend the life of your vehicle. Money might be...
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Your ability to drive safely can be affected by a myriad of factors. However, one of the most pronounced is...
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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 ownership is almost like a relationship. It requires constant maintenance and consideration. You have to work to keep things running...
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What is Regular Maintenance? Regular maintenance and cleaning is important to keep your vehicle looking good and running well. But...
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Although you might like nothing more than the feeling of the hot summer sun beating down on you as you...
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Are you contemplating the idea of embarking on a big project, something you can really sink your teeth into? Your...
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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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There is nothing like the rush of excitement you get when you drive a shiny, brand new car fresh off...
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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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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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The vehicle you drive says a lot about who you are and how you want to be perceived by others....
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When to Wrap & When to Paint Your Car Making your car look beautiful means keeping up a shiny, flawless...
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Winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle. The evil trio of road salt residue, cold temperatures and dirt can affect...
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Your vehicle is one of your greatest assets. Keeping it looking as good as possible carries with it many benefits....
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It goes far beyond making a positive first impression. Keeping your car or motorcycle looking great is one of the...
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Think about the process of painting your car, and you may envision a one-step process that involves applying a coat...
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In many ways, the cars we choose to drive say a great deal about who we are as people. In...
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You pride yourself on doing everything you can to keep your car looking sharp. Finding a scratch can be mortifying...
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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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While we’re on the topic of simple ideas that make taking care of paint a whole lot less irritating/obnoxious/ineffective, there’s...
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Confession time: you’ve caught yourself walking past your car, ogling the damn thing. Do you like what you see? Do...
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The Vehicle Choices of Thirteen Mega-Famous People Alexander the Great – Hummer H2 Alexander the Great was born in 356...
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If you’re concerned about the health of the planet, you likely know that some paint products can contain harsh chemicals...
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Several factors influence car buying decisions–budget, needs, and personal styling preferences. But certain paradigms or conventions are well-known throughout modern...
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9 Auto Body Repair Experts Share the Secret to Maintaining a Pristine Paint Job You want your vehicle to stay...
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If you own a 2015 Ducati motorcycle, we’ve got you covered as we just added a bunch of new 2015...
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If you own a 2015 Yamaha motorcycle, you’ll be glad to hear that we just added a bunch of new...
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If you own a 2015 BMW motorcycle, you’ll be happy to hear that we’ve just added more than 50 new...
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We field a lot of questions here at TUD on how to make sure to get the correct color for...
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