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Wax vs Polish: What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need? When it comes to properly caring for your vehicle’s paint, one of the most misunderstood topics is the difference between wax and polish. These two products are often used…
Why Should You Install a Ceramic Coating on Your Car? A ceramic coating is one of the most effective ways to protect your vehicle’s paint while improving its overall appearance. Unlike traditional waxes or sealants, it forms a durable layer…
Paint Scratch Removal and Paint Correction Scratches in automotive paint are one of the most common problems vehicle owners experience. At Auto Detail Doctor, I frequently see vehicles that have swirl marks, scuffs, and deeper scratches caused by improper…
Will an automatic car wash scratch Your car? The answer really depends on the type of automatic car wash you’re taking it through, but the honest answer to this very common question is yes — many automatic car washes…
Shampoo, steam cleaning, and extracting upholstery seats One of the most satisfying transformations we perform during a detail is deep cleaning cloth upholstery. Stained seats can make an otherwise nice vehicle feel dirty every time you get in it. The…
How to Remove Deep Scratches from Car Paint (Paint Correction Guide) Deep Scratches Can Ruin an Otherwise Clean Vehicle Few things stand out more on a vehicle than a deep scratch in the paint. Even if the rest of the…
How to remove stains from a car seat Customers frequently contact us asking whether stains can be removed from the upholstery or carpeting in their vehicle. The answer is usually yes, but it depends on several factors such as how…
How to remove a stain from car carpet Interior stains are one of the most common problems we see in vehicles. Spilled drinks, food, coffee, and protein shakes quickly soak into carpet fibers and create stains and strong odors when…
How to remove ink from an upholstery car seat Ink stains on cloth car seats can look permanent. Whether it’s a pen in a child’s backpack or a marker left uncapped, upholstery absorbs ink quickly and spreads it deep into…
Wheel Brake Dust Removal Few things make a vehicle look neglected faster than heavily contaminated wheels. Even if the paint is clean and glossy, wheels covered in thick brake dust can completely change the appearance of a car. While detailing…
Meguiar’s Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax D156 I’ve tested multiple spray waxes and final touch-up sprays, and while most of them are good, Meguiar’s Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax seems to be the best. One of the things I like about it…
Why You Should Wash Your Car After It Rains Many people assume that rain will naturally rinse dirt and salt off their vehicle. In reality, the opposite is true. Rainwater can actually cause more harm than good if it’s left…
Can I use dish soap to wash my car? The short answer is no—you should never use dish soap to wash your car. While dish soap might seem like a convenient option because it cuts through grease and leaves surfaces…
How to Wash, Clean, and Dress a Car Engine (Step-by-Step Guide) Today, while detailing a 2007 Honda Odyssey in Columbus, I came across an engine compartment that looked like it had never been cleaned. Years of built-up dirt, grease, and…
How to Remove Mold from a Car Interior (Complete 2026 Guide) Mold inside a vehicle is more than just an appearance issue—it’s a serious problem that can affect your health, damage interior materials, and create persistent odors that are extremely…
How to clean a dirty steering wheel The image above shows an extremely dirty steering wheel from a Ford F-150 King Ranch that I cleaned in Columbus. While the truck overall was in decent condition, the owner works in a…
