Automobile Technology: How Clear Bra (Paint Protection Film) Has Made Life Easier

Automotive technology has come a long way in the past century. Paint protection film for example has advanced since its early invention in the Vietnam War in 1955. Clear bra was basically developed to prevent helicopter blades and other parts from destruction during the war. Then later the automobile industry enthusiastically embraced the concept.

Today, paint protection film’s clarity and toughness has been enhanced to make it more durable. Whether you agree or disagree clear bra has made life easier not only for car owners. Here’s how:

Create more job opportunities

Since its adoption by the automotive sector, clear bra has helped countless people secure jobs. There are lots of manufactures, suppliers and providers of PPF almost everywhere. Fortunately or unfortunately the list is growing by the day due to high demand. A few decades ago, 3M was the only manufacturer available in the market. Today, there are numerous players in the market. This can be a good or bad thing. The good thing is it creates more employment opportunities hence economic growth.

The bad thing is, paint protection films quality is put to test. You never know if the clear bra low price equates bad quality or, it’s a genuine reason to gain a competitive advantage. Either way, it has created jobs and improved lives of many people.

Maintains your car market value

Paint protection film maintains your brand new look. This means your car doesn't depreciate in value. The film protects your car paint from UV rays which cause yellowing, acid rain, small road debris, bug splatter, rock chips and other small abrasions. These minor abrasions are often overlooked but can cause massive damage to your car paint.

Reduce maintenance costs

The invention of clear bra has not only made life easier but also cheaper. It has tremendously cut down maintenance costs like repainting which can quite expensive. Repainting is more expensive than installing PPF. When you do the maths, clear bra lasts up to 7 years and repainting is done after 3-5 years. In the current economic times, you try to save money where possible. In this situation, installing clear bra is the most effective and efficient way.

It’s environmentally safe

The modern clear bra is environmentally friendly. Due to this fact, most dealers have switched to water borne paint from the previous solvent base paint.