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Tariffs and shifting trade policies continue to add uncertainty to the automotive supply chain because many imported materials, including paint protection film, fall into categories subject to additional duties when brought into the United States. As costs rise and shipping delays increase, many distributors and

Vinyl wraps have been the standard for custom graphics and commercial branding for years. They offer design flexibility at an accessible price, but they come with limits that every installer knows well. Fading, peeling, and a lack of real paint protection often leave customers wanting

In the PPF world, exclusivity agreements are often presented as a straightforward path to growth with reduced competition, marketing support, and priority access to new products. Yet many installers encounter limitations they did not expect. Before you enter into an exclusivity agreement, it’s important to look closely at how these agreements work, what manufacturers gain

Choosing the right PPF is about more than picking the product with the best shine. The film you select impacts installation time, results, customer satisfaction, and, ultimately, your shop’s reputation.  That’s why it’s important to understand what separates an average PPF from one that consistently performs. This PPF guide breaks down the five

Installing paint protection film (PPF) shouldn’t be a fight. If you’ve ever wrestled with film that lifts at the edges, leaves lift lines/work marks, or is difficult to work with, you know how frustrating it can be. That’s why LEGEND® has engineered a better PPF

There are many factors to consider when selecting a manufacturer to supply your paint protection film. The quality of the film. The ease of installation. Whether the specific product meets the unique needs of your customers.   When evaluating PPF manufacturers, you may also want to

As the sun sets on the 2022 SEMA Show, the film industry’s many suppliers prepare to showcase their products to current and prospective dealers during Friday’s finale. For Dr. Tim Gerasimov, Matt Phillips and the team at Legend Paint Protection Film, a brand new paint

A manufacturer in the automotive industry is expanding its operations by occupying space in Leland Innovation Park. Bluegrass Protective Films LLC, which makes films used to protect car paint, is expected to create 17 new jobs in Brunswick County, according to a news release from

FilmDirect of Brieselang, Germany, finds itself doling out more than industry products this spring. The Legend Paint Protection Film distributor is a mere 882 miles from Kyiv, Ukraine, a country under siege and in need of humanitarian aid. Owner Owen Lloyd and his team answered

Matt Phillips, who was the former chief operating officer of Suntek/Commonwealth Laminating before it was sold to Eastman, is emerging from retirement. Phillips is forgoing his love of full-time fossil hunting (keep reading), to serve as CEO of BlueGrass Protective Films and its Legend® Paint