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Comparative Analysis of Tire Shine Brands

Aug 25, 2024

Lecture Notes: Tire Shine Brand Testing

Introduction

  • Importance of tire shine for car aesthetics
  • Objective: Determine the best tire shine brand through various tests

Testing Criteria

  1. Shininess of Tires
  2. Dirt and Dust Repellence
  3. Mud Repellence

Tire Shine Brands Tested

  1. Black Magic

    • Price: $10 for 23 oz ($0.43/oz)
    • Claims: Minimum streaking, maximum durability, leaves wet black gloss finish
    • Results: Inconsistent finish, sticky residue
  2. Armor All Extreme

    • Price: $10 for 22 oz ($0.45/oz)
    • Claims: Conditions, preserves, protects, rich black shine
    • Results: Inconsistent gloss, oily residue
  3. J Leno's Garage

    • Price: $9 for 16 oz ($0.56/oz)
    • Claims: High gloss, no sling, water-based, prevents browning
    • Results: Consistent finish, minimal residue
  4. Maguire's Brand

    • Price: $12 for 16 oz ($0.75/oz)
    • Claims: Hybrid ceramic shine, water-resistant
    • Results: Glossy but inconsistent, oily residue
  5. Chemical Guys

    • Price: $12 for 16 oz ($0.75/oz)
    • Claims: Interior/exterior use, repels dirt and water
    • Results: Inconsistent gloss, moderate residue
  6. 303 Brand

    • Price: $13 for 16 oz ($0.81/oz)
    • Claims: Long-lasting, minimal sling
    • Results: High gloss, oily residue
  7. CaRu Brand

    • Price: $18 for 18 oz ($1.00/oz)
    • Claims: No sling, perfect shine
    • Results: Consistent finish, moderate gloss
  8. Adams Graphine Tire Dressing

    • Price: $17 for 16 oz ($1.06/oz)
    • Claims: Seals tires, water-based
    • Results: Consistent, less oily finish
  9. X Forma Brand

    • Price: $18 for 16 oz ($1.12/oz)
    • Claims: Wet tire look, water-based
    • Results: Glossy, some residue
  10. Sakote Brand

    • Price: $14 for 8 oz ($1.75/oz)
    • Claims: Ceramic coat, new tire look
    • Results: Consistent, less glossy

Testing Results Summary

Glossiness

  • Highest Gloss: 303 (Rating 1)
  • High Gloss: Black Magic, Armor All, Maguire (Rating 2)

Consistency

  • Best Consistency: Car Guys, Adams, Cerakote (Rating 1)
  • Good Consistency: J Leno's Garage (Rating 1.5)

Residue

  • Least Residue: J Leno's Garage, Adams
  • Most Sticky: Black Magic

Hydrophobic Qualities

  • Best Water Repellence: CaRu, X Forma, Sakote

Dust Attraction and Cleanliness Post-Wash

  • Most Dust Repellent: Black Magic post wash
  • Cleanest Post-Wash: Adams

Overall Performance

  • Top Performer: Car Guys (Average Score 2.9)
  • Close Competitors: J Leno's Garage (Score 3), Adams (Score 3.1)

Conclusion

  • Selection depends on desired characteristics: gloss, residue, water repellence
  • Differences among brands are notable

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