You know what's so great about paint? There's no rules. They have laws restricting nearly everything else you do to your car: how low you lower it, how high you raise it, how fast you drive it, how ...

We're murder on paint shops. We're always on strict deadlines to get cars finished, and we're prone to changing our minds about colors and styling right up the very moment when paint is ready to meet ...

In the world of unusual automotive paint jobs, it can sometimes seem like enthusiasm takes over from good taste. Then again, searingly bright, can’t-look-away patterns, and hyper-realistic colors are ...

How much does a Concours d' Elegance quality paint job for a car cost is a question I get asked at almost every concours d' elegance or custom car show that I cover forHOT ROD. Now that my 1966 ...

Custom automotive paint in 2026 merges historic color traditions with advanced finishes and sustainable materials. From candy-chrome tri-coats and retro two-tones to chameleon effects and eco-friendly ...

It seems like car enthusiasts and automakers all compete to create the shiniest, most reflective paint finishes possible. More recently, however, some have turned to a different type of finish in ...