Ceramic coating adds an extra layer between your car's paint and the elements. While it's popular, it does have limitations.

Before my entry into the publishing world I spent a considerable amount of time working behind the counter of a major East Coast paint and body equipment jobber. Those 11 years of nearly constant ...

Okay, here we go again. Since I'm pretty long-winded on certain subjects, I ran out of space in the last issue, so I'm hoping to cram the rest of my paint and body ramblings into the precious space ...

A great-looking paint job can do wonders both for your car's appearance and your mood. Walking up and admiring it for a few seconds before driving off can set the tone for a great day, but deep down, ...

A DIY car paint job is a big project. It involves many steps and a lot of preparation. While painting your own vehicle can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, it comes with its fair share of ...

Crash on N. Harrison Street (staff photo by Jay Westcott) It’s the ARLnow Five and Five, where nonprofit Washington Consumers’ Checkbook provides five top-rated local businesses and five tips for ...

It takes more than just washing your car to keep the paint job shiny and well-kept. While occasional washes are important, there are a few extra steps you can take to keep your car looking brand new ...

The modern home mechanic is a bit of an everyman. Handy homebodies looking to invest their time and energy into a new hobby — or even a change of career that capitalizes on an existing love of the ...