On your recommendation I started using Adams and was very pleased with the results. I’m a big CarPro fan. So when Darkside came out I was anxious to try it and it did not disappoint. By far the best dressing I’ve used. Ease of application, gloss level, and durability all superior to anything else I have tried.
My cars enjoy having Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Tire Shine applied. I prefer the Turtle Wax because it is available everywhere at reasonable prices, which is important because I have five cars and detail them weekly. Thank you,
@@justinbernardo8240 I'm sorry. I detail one of them weekly. Usually, the one that I recently drove. My sentence structure was faulty. I'm retired and love a clean car. Thank you,
I have been using two coats of Turtle wax graphene and love the results. It also repels dust. I’ve recently tried dark side and after one rainstorm it’s washed away. Dark side is no different then the old endurance tire gel in my opinion. I find that the acrylic in turtle wax leaves my Michelins darker for longer.
Interesting. This is why it’s important for people to test a few different ones to see what lasts longest in their conditions and also which finish they prefer as it’s quite subjective. 👍🏻
STRAIGHT FACTS!.... I've been using the turtle wax one ever since it came out and have not used anything else ever since lol... And I've used all of the other brands before and non of them last as long or looks as good as the turtle wax one... And for 12.99 US for me it can't be beat🔥
I concur the turtle wax lasts the longest. And it creates the best barrier to dirt and hydrophobicity. It is not as glossy as the dark side and even after two coats doesn’t match one coat of dark side in terms of gloss. But I’ve found the dark side attracts dirt when layed in thick. The turtle wax is completely dry to the touch n sustains after rainstorms and the price is right. U cannot go wrong with the turtle wax for a fraction of the price of dark side
I detailed a bunch of cars at Barrett Jackson last month and we used Adams Graphene Tire Dressing. Loved the application and we got a lot of compliments on the look
@@kirkwilson5900 I've been lucky enough to do this with the Adam's team, too. It's non-stop from morning to night for weeks. Exhausting but so worth the experience, and such an incredible group of people to work with. And to your comment, Adam's posted this video last year to show what it's like...enjoy! ruclips.net/video/AT_rk4fplY4/видео.htmlsi=cgLEbpkfn9ivsV64
When I was a kid Saturday mornings were fun with cartoons. Now Saturday morning is fun because of a Pan video. Tire dressings have come a long way since chemical guys vrp. Definitely a noticeable difference between consumer grade and professional grade products here. Darkside is something I have to my arsenal along with blackout for my personal vehicle. Great job demonstrating all of the products and explaining the pros and cons. Thank you for the video Pan.
Hi Pan, I use Adams exclusively on my rides. Find it to have the look I like, not too glossy, rich black color and lasts a while. Thank you for all your videos.
I also use Daekside and I use VRP. The point you make that is spot on is longevity. I agree a couple to a few weeks at best is what they last. With that being said most people may as well buy the least expensive options and reapply often.
I decided months ago, that I'm going to try carpro DarkSide this summer. This video just helped reinforce my decision. All the pro detailers seem to prefer this one as well. Thanks for another great comparative and unbiased video Pan. ❤
One factor that affects the cost is product durability. If you have to apply it twice as often, your cost has just doubled - not to mention the extra investment of your time. Of course, this only applies to those who wash and detail on an as-needed basis, not those who do so on a fixed schedule.
Carpro Darkside is my favorite, lasts longer than most, on the more expensive side. But the amount of customers who told me they were surprised at how long the tire looked great speaks for itself in my opinion.
Yasou Pan, Thank you for the video on tire dressing. I watch your 2023 awards and bought the CarPro Darkside. It lasted over two months before I had to reply it using CarPro Retyre. It has incredible water beating results plus the tires look brand new! NIKOS
Thank you soooo much Pan, love to watch all of your videos!!😀👍🏻 Same here, CarPro DarkSide! After testing and using a lot of products over years, DarkSide became my favorite! It isn't too much expensive because it lasts a long time and you don't need so much product. CarPro is my absolute favorite car care brand.😊
Having great results with darkside. With a little black short bristle brush just 2 -3 pumps is enough for full coverage. Ive lost count of how many vehicles ive put it on and the bottle is not even 1/4th used up. I use a cheaper by the gallon concentrate tire shine on cheaper packages but run through 32oz spray bottles in no time.
My pump that came with was too small and it was broken. Like the nozzle was broken off completely. Lol. How that happened well thats the magic of shipping and handling.
Hi Pan, thanks for another great video. it would have been great to see the actual tyres again after two weeks of use. Personally I use the Turtle wax as its the best ive tried so far and is great value in the UK, Agree that they only last two weeks though and the gloss can disappear within a couple of days in wet weather.
Perl is much, much better when cut with about 40% water. I stopped using Perl uncut when I saw a guy that has something to do with whoever blends for CarPro, stating always cut Perl. It is uncut for stability and shelf-life because they have environmental regulations that can't be met adding a biocide. Darkside uses propylene glycol as the cutting agent and doesn't mix well with water.
I'm going to try the Turtle Wax one since I saw it at Walmart this weekend. Just ran out of my old stuff and want to try something new! Thanks Pan for keeping me up to date on all these new products!
I use it on my mud guards too & sure there are other uses. Full disclosure I’m new to the game and don’t have experience with other similar products but went with plastar in part because of the versatility
Hi Pan, thanks for a great comparison review. Based on your past review of the Hybrid Solutions products, I use the Turtle wax tire dressing. Best! Costa
great video Pan, Infinity Wax Tyre Coat is what i use, very good results especially through the Scottish winters (1-2 months), Express Sealant (spray/rinse) also good for quickly protecting the alloys. I have the TW GA Tire Shine to try in the spring.
Currently using CarPro dark side with pretty good results. The TW product goes on well but wasn’t as durable as they claim. Browned on my daily driver within a few weeks
Of all the tires to chose to display the effects of the tire shines, I like the Blizzacks as a great choice. One of the best tires out there. And the tire shine looks great on blizzacks. 👍
Bought Darkside last week as I wanted to try it and find carpro products pretty good on the whole, and impressed with ease of application and the appearance when applied. Time will tell on the durability but the fact this won your test, pleases me 😊
Haven’t tried these products personally, my go to has always been the Lucas tire shine, until recently DIY Details Tire Lotion became my #1! Have my eyes set on the car pro tire dressing
TW has endured decently for me but that nice color definitely goes away quick. I live in SoCal btw. I'll consider trying DarkSide once I'm done with my TW bottle.
I like Chemical guys Natural shine. It doesn't last long being water based product but it is the most matte finish product that I've found so far. Even it gets a little to glossy for me if it is over applied. I really like the tire to be a rich dark black with very little to no shine at all.
Thanks for sharing Fred. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 980,000 subscribers and we have over 132 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizerI’ve been following for a while and comment from time to time. I found your channel looking at Chemical guys detailing videos. I have learned that they may not be the best option for everything detailing related from watching your videos and a handful of other detailing channels.
Yeah they used to have decent products over a decade ago, but the brand has been sold to private equity a few times and now it seems they're only driven by profits and their lineup is confusing to most people. Nobody needs 12 differents soaps/snow foams or 20 different spray waxes in a brand's lineup. And most of their competition in the general public type products have surpassed them in my opinion. Meguiar's, Turtle Wax, Adam's Polishes and Griot's Garage all make superior products. There's nothing bad if you really like CG though. You can still get decent results. It's just that you'll likely find better value and performance with those other brands. Or get into prosumer/pro brands like some of my favourite: CarPro, Gyeon, Armour Detail Supply, Gtechniq and DIY Detail. :) A good way to find out my top picks is to watch my popular annual car detailing products awards here: ruclips.net/video/KRv7vKsuliQ/видео.htmlsi=3kZxWwEq4K1RMDlY
Before I even get into the video I’m going to guess darkside is #1. I’ve tried so many and picked it up last year. It lasts a long time (for tire dressing). Great matte sheen, no sling. Love the stuff. Edit to add : use a dedicated lake country applicator and final pass with a brush and it finishes excellent
its been about 2 months since i applied two coats of the turtle wax tire shine and, though the tire don't see any winter salt or mud, its been holding up pretty amazing. The edges are the only place where the dressing has worn off, but the rest of the tire is matt black and beading water like crazy. I usually don't even need to scrub them just spray it with my pressure washer.
I certainly enjoy a deep black glossy look and opted to use Maguires Ultimate Tyre Gel. Looks great but my goodness - the “sling” was horrible. My truck has 33” Atturo ATS tyres, with an aggressive tyre side pattern. I’d love a product that you could just spray-on and either wipe-off or second coat. Any hints or suggestions?
Thanks! I used that Meguiar’s when I was younger but it’s one of those “glazed donut” looks oily and deep wet look that isn’t for me personally and it had the tendency to sling a lot on the paint, regardless of how well we’d prep the tires. Do you have slinging issues with it?
@@PanTheOrganizer No slinging issues Pan, that said I always like having different products on my detailing shelf so, thanks to your review, I’ll try the CarPro Darkside 👍
Great video Pan. Darkside is on my list. I recently got Labocosmetica Nero and really like the look and application of that. I do knock down the gloss a bit with a towel after about 30 minutes.
The only one I’ve used is the turtle wax Graphene. I love it. I haven’t used anything else since. It lasts weeks and makes cleaning so easy. Gives a nice dark appearance for a long time. Can’t beat the price either.
@@PanTheOrganizer I do wash my car every 2 weeks so it always looks great until then. But I have gone as long as a month and I still see the darkening effect and no real build up of dirt on the tires.
I'm going to try Carpro Darkside. That satin finish is exactly what I'm looking for in a tire dressing. I have Adams Graphene Tire Dressing, but the darkening effect only lasted three days on my daily driver.
I've used a lot of dressings including Adam's graphene, shine supply tire dressing, jax wax, but got introduced to night hawk brand SGS and its the best dressing I've ever used
#3 had a really nice level of shine and satin as well , perfect blend and had a slight bronze look? maybe just my phone or my old eyes , either way i liked 3 the best, thanks @Pan the Organizer!!
I recently purchased a 2024 Corvette C8 and had PPF and ceramic coating applied last week. I have not washed the car yet,but I bought the Carpro Darkside based on your previous recommendation. I am looking forward to giving it a try soon.
Excellent video. I've been using Zaino Z-16 Perfect Tire Gloss since about 2010. Haven't had any issues and lasts 3-4 months. For me the important thing is it doesn't sling at all. I cringe every time I see a vehicle that has tire dressing slung all down the side of it.
Great video as usual Pan… can’t lie. My go to is Hybrid Solutions. Even in higher end complete details I love this product. Definitely 2 applications are necessary. As a test vehicle, I get 3-4 weeks durability in messy Ontario. Lots of sand and salt. I usually do 2 maintenance washes per week. Cheers!
Thank you for another excellent video! I'm planning to give CarPro DarkSide a try. While CarPro BlackOut tire coating is considered the best, it's a bit pricey for my budget.
Thanks Yoan! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 147 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Have fun! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
+1 with darkside. It is great that it isn’t water based like the others, as I found products like Pearl faded quickly after a rain storm. Longevity, looks and applicability make it the best of the bunch in my experience.
So this cleans and "dresses" the tire in one step? I'll assume not a shiny dressing which is fine, I'm just looking for a one step that will clean and darken/richen tires.
@@kirkwilson5900 that's fine too - but I'm a DIY guy and leave it to the pros - like any prep - tires have to be Clean before finishing. Says “permanent” nothing is “permanent” accept death and taxes. Another subject. Two coats for gloss. For one lasts about 60 days and stays.
I will try the Adams Graphene Tire dressing since I have AT truck tires, I have to brush the dressing into the large lugs on the side wall and a pump product would be a headache... Thanks for the video Pan..
I use the turtle wax HS and meguiars endurance gel and both are very durable. Turtle wax for less shine and MEG for more shine. Currently our three vehicles are going on 3 weeks with several rain storms in that span here in south Texas and the coatings are still noticeably present. I wanted to try dark side but I keep reading reviews that it does not survive a single rain storm.
Thanks for sharing. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 990,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great video Pan. I use carpro Blackout 3 to 4 eeks top it of with carpro darkside then Bi week use Adam's graphene tire dressing. I have use feynlab black velvet tire sealant i like all of them
Started using CarPro products about a year ago, hands down, in my opinion, DarkSide is incredible, will have to pair it with Retyre for proper precleaning before dressing, Cheers from Québec City Pan, love your channel!!!!!!
Thanks man! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer when I moved to Québec City 3 years ago I was looking for ideas setting up my home office in our new condo, fell upon your office post and the rest is history. You are my go to guy when I have questions, doubts or just general car care or organization questions. Love your channel Sir, keep up the great work!!!!!!!
Awesome video Pan. I love all your videos and you have earned my subscription. My teenage daughter thinks I’m nuts when I watch Car Detailing vids. lol.
Hehe thanks Eddie! You can tell your daughter there are one million subscribers on this channel that would prove her wrong. ;) Detailing is so soothing and relaxing. And usually having a clean car extends to a lifestyle of a clean house, organized life, etc. Perhaps have her detail with you and get her to enjoy the process. When she gets her first car, she’ll take pride in taking care of her car. After a house, it’s usually one’s most expensive purchase. Might as well keep it looking great am I right? 👍🏻 Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 990,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan! I’m happy I found your channel. I just saw on IG that you’re in Montreal, so am I ! We have a nice long weekend coming up with with no rain so I’m planning to wash and wax my Audi. Thanks again.
Great comparison Pan! I loved the looks of Dark Side, but I can’t see myself paying $31 for the bottle here in the US in 2024. I’ve been using CG Silk Shine since 2020 and just can’t beat the $8-$10 per bottle for the value I get out of it. I personally hate everything else made by CG, but Silk Shine and VRP are the only things I buy from them.
Mahalo for another great video, battle of four giants! They seem very similar, I'd have to judge by longevity and price. A product I've used in the past is Armorall Xtreme tire, I'm not sure of the longevity, but the effect is amazingly dark and wet/slick looking, which I was on the fence about.
Dark side is number 1 with a fact.. easy to apply and last long enough for me.. I've tried turtle wax previously it was average as you said but not bad .. also tried Amazon's exclusive brand blending pros tire dressing, it was better than the turtle wax.
Another great video Pan. Would’ve liked to see the hydrophobic on them. Mainly the DarkSide as I’m a small town detailer and will be adding it to my arsenal after viewing this video.
@@PanTheOrganizer Darkside by a landslide. Usually three to four weeks or so before it's negligible whether it's there. I live in reasonably harsh conditions on the east coast.
I bought 1L of Darkside during a sale and I expect the bottle to last me many many applications. I appreciate the pump for applying to my applicator and I am very happy with the appearance and durability. I was pleased with my bottle of Adams Graphene, but I like Darkside more and the 1 L bottle made it a great value at the time of my purchase.
Just to clarify… in the US Tire+ is only $16.99 per 16oz. I believe Pan is stating Canadian Pricing converted to USD which we have no control over.. Regarding application. Pan, I would love for you to give it another try using much less product than shown here. Tire+ is a thinner consistency to be able to spread farther, be more economical, more even, and get into all of the tread. 1-2 sprays on an applicator pad is all that is needed to cover a whole tire and you will not be left with any excess product on the tire, it should apply almost dry after rubbing in. Hope this helps you use the product more efficiently and maybe changes your opinion on the application side. Tire+ is also great for off-road tires where you may want to spray it directly onto the surface to help get into every ridge and tread😊
Thanks for the info. For the price, as this was filmed a while ago, I think what happened is when I access your website, it seems to load prices in CAD currency, but it didn’t say CAD next to the price so people assume it’s USD as you’re based in USA. So your website must know where the user is coming from and adjust the price without us knowing? I looked at the website and scrolling down that’s where I noticed the currency was set to CAD. If I set to USD, you’re right it’s 16.99$ USD for 16 oz. Perhaps modify the site so when the price is written is also states the currency right next to it?
To us, it seems more intuitive to show the pricing in the user's local currency, making it easier to understand the true pricing without having to do conversions... we will see if there is a way to make it more known, maybe in the header..@@PanTheOrganizer
It’s too oily wet looking for me unfortunately. And I tend to prefer water based dressings. The Meguiar’s is petroleum/solvent based and from my memory (I used it 15 years ago) it was slinging a lot regardless of how well you’d prep the tires. Does it still sling?
@@PanTheOrganizer Yeah it does but not so much if you keep it curing for a bit and dont put 2 much on tyre cause the effect is the same if you put a little or 2 much but I find it more water and dirt repelant than the water based ones tho I didnt use these ones from your video I try them out then I let you know.
All products seemed to do very good in my opinion. I’ve used the Hybrid Solutions Tire Shine from Turtle Wax and enjoy what it does. But my new found favorite tire shine is the Gyeon Quartz Tire. It lasts for at least 4 weeks or more and isn’t too hateful to apply. Gyeon’s Tire Express also does pretty well and has a darker shine in my opinion as well. But I will be ordering the CarPro DarkSide to see how it works for me. But thanks Pan for another great video and can’t wait for more to come!
@@PanTheOrganizer Got DarkSide yesterday which came quicker than I expected which is nice! Was going to try it on one of my family’s vehicles after I detailed it but already had the tires cleaned and shined up. So I decided to go ahead and detail my daily driver and use DarkSide on it. Definitely my new favorite! Had to use 2 or 3 more pumps to do each tire (truck tires use a bit more product) but it met and exceeded my expectations! Went on easily and had the perfect shine! After waiting an hour, it was dry to the touch and still had a glossy, not dripping wet, shine! Definitely believe it will last a good while and when I run out, I’ll be ordering it again for sure! Thanks again Pan for your awesome and informative videos and for inspiring the detailer in me!
(Tuf-shine) last well over a year with a beautiful satin finish. Repels brake dust like no other. More difficult to install and can stain wheels if not taped off.
Thanks for sharing. I haven't tested that one yet. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
I like the way the Adams looks, that you can buy it in bulk and their instructional videos, not overly shiny but I like that the turtle wax has acrylic. As for another potential contender, Mckees 37 graphene dressing? Good video and even though I actually like the lovers in a certain way you were very scientific and realistic in your test!
Hope you’re having a good afternoon pan , Lou, I have tried both the turtle wax tire shine an the Adams graphene the Adams graphene lasted longer in my case. Can’t Thank you enough for the good videos. Lou
Hello Pan. Unfortunately in Europe, and Greece especially, we lack most of the products you showcase. From my small experience Darksider on first application seems really greasy, even after wiping with a dry microfiber cloth. It also attract dust. After a week, and a maintenance wash the look of the tyre has superb looks and a very natural finish. For me Carpro Perl,neat or 1:2, has the same optical effect as Darkside, without the side effect of attracted dust. Added bonus, its also very versatile
Well that's debatable lol I wash my vehicles a lot. I'm one of those that isn't too worried about durability within reason. I like the freshly applied look of products. That said in the winter I have seen past a month, highway driven daily on Vancouver island so daily rain in the winter.
I don’t like that it comes with a pump. All the time my hands get greasy abd u don’t know why. I would rather prefer a squirt bottle, that is what I use know.
After winning Pan’s previous tire dressing competition I have been using the Adams and have been through a few bottles. Very pleased with application and results, but I seem to go through it fairly quickly. Always willing to try less expensive options.
I wash my vehicles approximately every other week. So it lasts for the two weeks just fine. I assume you also thoroughly clean the tires each time you wash the car as I do so the durability hasn’t been an issue. I appreciate your work
Too bad you haven't tried Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Tire Shine. I loveeeeee it! Totally worth it! It lasts through rain, and frosty temps (15-32) for multiple days IF applied correctly on a clean surface of course! Put it on 17 year old tires that came with my 2001 WS6 Trans Am and it did well for them! Now i have new tires i bought for the car! the rubber is still getting cleaned with P&S brake buster and Turtle Wax Wheel & Tire Cleaner ( ran out of P&S and tried this and its pretty damn good for the price pan!! Foams, and lifts dirt in the foaming action like some more expensive products! Its pretty damn cheap too!! I would recommend you try the wheel and tire cleaner and the Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Tire Shine!
Awesome! Thank you! I appreciate it. How did you discover my channel by the way Richard? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great review Pan! Before finding Adams Graphene Tire Dressing, I loved Meguiar's Endurance Gel (I never had a sling problem with that like many people have reported). I do use two coats of the Adam's though as I do like a semi-glossy tire and very happy with it for the price, especially since Adams is usually on sale on their website for 20%-30% off on a daily basis and their shipping is very reasonable too.
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Was tw tire dressing, Adam's graphine. All great choices
Another awesome video and product review/comparison good friend
Great choices. Next 1 try will b darkside since I just ordered gyeon tire dressing
*You may think this is crazy but next time put Pledge furniture polish into the competition and your mind will be blown....*
On your recommendation I started using Adams and was very pleased with the results. I’m a big CarPro fan. So when Darkside came out I was anxious to try it and it did not disappoint. By far the best dressing I’ve used. Ease of application, gloss level, and durability all superior to anything else I have tried.
Thanks for the trust you place in my opinion Mark!
Right.. once it settles it looks sooo good
My cars enjoy having Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Tire Shine applied. I prefer the Turtle Wax because it is available everywhere at reasonable prices, which is important because I have five cars and detail them weekly. Thank you,
Thanks for sharing!
@@justinbernardo8240 I'm sorry. I detail one of them weekly. Usually, the one that I recently drove. My sentence structure was faulty. I'm retired and love a clean car. Thank you,
Walmart fair price.
Have ever tried COVER ALL?
My arm hurts reading that you have 5 cars to detail weekly 😀
I have been using two coats of Turtle wax graphene and love the results. It also repels dust. I’ve recently tried dark side and after one rainstorm it’s washed away. Dark side is no different then the old endurance tire gel in my opinion. I find that the acrylic in turtle wax leaves my Michelins darker for longer.
Interesting. This is why it’s important for people to test a few different ones to see what lasts longest in their conditions and also which finish they prefer as it’s quite subjective. 👍🏻
Good to know!
totally agree
the turtle wax is the longest lasting one I have ever used. it makes it through winter and makes the tire look clean after you wash it off.
STRAIGHT FACTS!.... I've been using the turtle wax one ever since it came out and have not used anything else ever since lol... And I've used all of the other brands before and non of them last as long or looks as good as the turtle wax one... And for 12.99 US for me it can't be beat🔥
I concur the turtle wax lasts the longest. And it creates the best barrier to dirt and hydrophobicity. It is not as glossy as the dark side and even after two coats doesn’t match one coat of dark side in terms of gloss. But I’ve found the dark side attracts dirt when layed in thick. The turtle wax is completely dry to the touch n sustains after rainstorms and the price is right. U cannot go wrong with the turtle wax for a fraction of the price of dark side
I detailed a bunch of cars at Barrett Jackson last month and we used Adams Graphene Tire Dressing. Loved the application and we got a lot of compliments on the look
For sure! 👍🏻
That would make a great video seeing how the cars get done before going on the block
@@kirkwilson5900 I've been lucky enough to do this with the Adam's team, too. It's non-stop from morning to night for weeks. Exhausting but so worth the experience, and such an incredible group of people to work with. And to your comment, Adam's posted this video last year to show what it's like...enjoy!
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I will stick with #3, Turtle Wax. Living on the East Coast with rain,salt etc. it works for me. Every two weeks application is my routine. 🇨🇦👍👍
Thanks for sharing! Have a great weekend Eric!
When I was a kid Saturday mornings were fun with cartoons. Now Saturday morning is fun because of a Pan video. Tire dressings have come a long way since chemical guys vrp. Definitely a noticeable difference between consumer grade and professional grade products here. Darkside is something I have to my arsenal along with blackout for my personal vehicle. Great job demonstrating all of the products and explaining the pros and cons. Thank you for the video Pan.
Thanks Neil!
Hi Pan, I use Adams exclusively on my rides. Find it to have the look I like, not too glossy, rich black color and lasts a while. Thank you for all your videos.
@@kenkuczek610 Adam's all day long.....love it
I also use Daekside and I use VRP. The point you make that is spot on is longevity. I agree a couple to a few weeks at best is what they last. With that being said most people may as well buy the least expensive options and reapply often.
I've seen on other videos that Pan likes VRP. I use it and like the less shiny look. I apply after every wash since I use tire/wheel cleaner.
I decided months ago, that I'm going to try carpro DarkSide this summer. This video just helped reinforce my decision. All the pro detailers seem to prefer this one as well. Thanks for another great comparative and unbiased video Pan. ❤
Thanks Linda!
I highly recommend it! Just started using it this past fall. A nice upgrade from opti-bond tire gel, which is also a good product!
Adam's Graphene for me. Super happy with it
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@@airsoftincompetence I might try the Carpro next. I do love the Adam's applicator pad though.
Thanks Pan.Ease of use is it for me.After all the detailing steps I'm so tired I can barely reach the tyres.
The tires should be your step 1....🤨🤨 But dressing them is final step
Favorite tire dressing: Cristal! Looks great ( high gloss ) and lasts a long, long time!
Damn, winter is heck here in Canada for a DIY weekend warrior without an interior garage… can’t wait for spring! Keep up the great videos Pan!
Certainly is! Reduced to the local self serve bays 😢
Thanks!
Underground mall parking lots ftw
One factor that affects the cost is product durability. If you have to apply it twice as often, your cost has just doubled - not to mention the extra investment of your time.
Of course, this only applies to those who wash and detail on an as-needed basis, not those who do so on a fixed schedule.
What’s your go-to tire dressing?
Carpro Darkside is my favorite, lasts longer than most, on the more expensive side. But the amount of customers who told me they were surprised at how long the tire looked great speaks for itself in my opinion.
Thanks for sharing!
Yasou Pan,
Thank you for the video on tire dressing. I watch your 2023 awards and bought the CarPro Darkside. It lasted over two months before I had to reply it using CarPro Retyre. It has incredible water beating results plus the tires look brand new!
NIKOS
Great to hear!
Love the video, very thorough testing going into all possible details!
Glad you liked it!
Thank you soooo much Pan, love to watch all of your videos!!😀👍🏻
Same here, CarPro DarkSide! After testing and using a lot of products over years, DarkSide became my favorite! It isn't too much expensive because it lasts a long time and you don't need so much product.
CarPro is my absolute favorite car care brand.😊
Good choice! Thanks Ralf!
Having great results with darkside. With a little black short bristle brush just 2 -3 pumps is enough for full coverage. Ive lost count of how many vehicles ive put it on and the bottle is not even 1/4th used up. I use a cheaper by the gallon concentrate tire shine on cheaper packages but run through 32oz spray bottles in no time.
My pump that came with was too small and it was broken. Like the nozzle was broken off completely. Lol. How that happened well thats the magic of shipping and handling.
Yeah a little goes a long way with DarkSide.
@@koniko169 which brushes do you use? Could you send over the name and/or where you ordered them from?
D3 Renew Protect Blak and Satin tire dressing, I like to use.
Hi Pan, thanks for another great video. it would have been great to see the actual tyres again after two weeks of use. Personally I use the Turtle wax as its the best ive tried so far and is great value in the UK, Agree that they only last two weeks though and the gloss can disappear within a couple of days in wet weather.
Thanks!
Agreed Pan, good stuff. Can’t go wrong with CarPro products. I also still like a 50/50 Pearl mix as a good tire dressing
Yes that’s a classic too! 👍🏻
Perl is much, much better when cut with about 40% water. I stopped using Perl uncut when I saw a guy that has something to do with whoever blends for CarPro, stating always cut Perl. It is uncut for stability and shelf-life because they have environmental regulations that can't be met adding a biocide. Darkside uses propylene glycol as the cutting agent and doesn't mix well with water.
@timkinley1779 great info thanks for sharing. I have yet to try perl
I'm going for TW. My bias is somewhat seasonal. It's winter here in Michigan, so I'm interested in longer-term protection, and the value is a bonus.
How long does it typically last in your conditions?
Acrylic will absolutely last longer than silicone. I found the turtle wax is king in terms of longevity
@@PanTheOrganizer 4-5 weeks in terms of longevity, less than 2 weeks for the gloss.
I'm going to try the Turtle Wax one since I saw it at Walmart this weekend. Just ran out of my old stuff and want to try something new! Thanks Pan for keeping me up to date on all these new products!
Thanks for watching Henri!
Darkside is my favorite. Thanks as always Pan. Enjoy your weekend.
Thanks, you too!
I personally love using Koch Chemi PSS applied with a microfibre sponge applicator and a spray trigger head put onto their bottle. Works fantastic!
It does apply like magic! Another good one. I agree!
It gives a very matte appearance but I just can’t stand the noxious solvents in PSS.
I use it on my mud guards too & sure there are other uses. Full disclosure I’m new to the game and don’t have experience with other similar products but went with plastar in part because of the versatility
I think you have #1 and #2 spot on. I’ve used both and my results mirror yours. I think the CarPro Blackout is just beyond what I would want to spend.
Thanks!
Im the UK and we have Garage Therapy Tyre Serum. More of a conditioner. Lovely lovely product.
Many viewers from the UK seem to like that dressing.
Hi Pan, thanks for a great comparison review. Based on your past review of the Hybrid Solutions products, I use the Turtle wax tire dressing. Best! Costa
Thanks Costa!
great video Pan, Infinity Wax Tyre Coat is what i use, very good results especially through the Scottish winters (1-2 months), Express Sealant (spray/rinse) also good for quickly protecting the alloys. I have the TW GA Tire Shine to try in the spring.
Currently using CarPro dark side with pretty good results. The TW product goes on well but wasn’t as durable as they claim. Browned on my daily driver within a few weeks
Thanks for sharing!
I'm all in with the Gyeon tire options Q2 Tire & Q2M Tire Express
Of all the tires to chose to display the effects of the tire shines, I like the Blizzacks as a great choice. One of the best tires out there. And the tire shine looks great on blizzacks. 👍
Bought Darkside last week as I wanted to try it and find carpro products pretty good on the whole, and impressed with ease of application and the appearance when applied. Time will tell on the durability but the fact this won your test, pleases me 😊
Thanks for sharing!
Haven’t tried these products personally, my go to has always been the Lucas tire shine, until recently DIY Details Tire Lotion became my #1! Have my eyes set on the car pro tire dressing
Thanks for sharing! How long does the DIY Detail dressing last for you on average, in your conditions?
TW has endured decently for me but that nice color definitely goes away quick. I live in SoCal btw. I'll consider trying DarkSide once I'm done with my TW bottle.
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I like Chemical guys Natural shine. It doesn't last long being water based product but it is the most matte finish product that I've found so far. Even it gets a little to glossy for me if it is over applied. I really like the tire to be a rich dark black with very little to no shine at all.
Thanks for sharing Fred. How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 980,000 subscribers and we have over 132 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizerI’ve been following for a while and comment from time to time. I found your channel looking at Chemical guys detailing videos. I have learned that they may not be the best option for everything detailing related from watching your videos and a handful of other detailing channels.
Yeah they used to have decent products over a decade ago, but the brand has been sold to private equity a few times and now it seems they're only driven by profits and their lineup is confusing to most people. Nobody needs 12 differents soaps/snow foams or 20 different spray waxes in a brand's lineup. And most of their competition in the general public type products have surpassed them in my opinion. Meguiar's, Turtle Wax, Adam's Polishes and Griot's Garage all make superior products.
There's nothing bad if you really like CG though. You can still get decent results. It's just that you'll likely find better value and performance with those other brands.
Or get into prosumer/pro brands like some of my favourite: CarPro, Gyeon, Armour Detail Supply, Gtechniq and DIY Detail. :)
A good way to find out my top picks is to watch my popular annual car detailing products awards here: ruclips.net/video/KRv7vKsuliQ/видео.htmlsi=3kZxWwEq4K1RMDlY
I use optimum opti bond tire gel works absolutely amazing
Do you use it with an air sprayer?
Before I even get into the video I’m going to guess darkside is #1. I’ve tried so many and picked it up last year. It lasts a long time (for tire dressing). Great matte sheen, no sling. Love the stuff. Edit to add : use a dedicated lake country applicator and final pass with a brush and it finishes excellent
Thanks for sharing!
its been about 2 months since i applied two coats of the turtle wax tire shine and, though the tire don't see any winter salt or mud, its been holding up pretty amazing. The edges are the only place where the dressing has worn off, but the rest of the tire is matt black and beading water like crazy. I usually don't even need to scrub them just spray it with my pressure washer.
Thanks for sharing your personal experience!
I certainly enjoy a deep black glossy look and opted to use Maguires Ultimate Tyre Gel. Looks great but my goodness - the “sling” was horrible. My truck has 33” Atturo ATS tyres, with an aggressive tyre side pattern. I’d love a product that you could just spray-on and either wipe-off or second coat. Any hints or suggestions?
Good review Pan. My tyre dressing of choice is Meg’s Endurance Tyre Gel, produces a deep gloss finish which I like.
Thanks! I used that Meguiar’s when I was younger but it’s one of those “glazed donut” looks oily and deep wet look that isn’t for me personally and it had the tendency to sling a lot on the paint, regardless of how well we’d prep the tires.
Do you have slinging issues with it?
@@PanTheOrganizer No slinging issues Pan, that said I always like having different products on my detailing shelf so, thanks to your review, I’ll try the CarPro Darkside 👍
I love Pan`s video. Great test. Very nice to sea.
Thanks Vadim!
Great video Pan. Darkside is on my list. I recently got Labocosmetica Nero and really like the look and application of that. I do knock down the gloss a bit with a towel after about 30 minutes.
You should definitely include our Feynlab Tire sealant in your next review; you'll be pleasantly surprised by the results.
The only one I’ve used is the turtle wax Graphene. I love it. I haven’t used anything else since. It lasts weeks and makes cleaning so easy. Gives a nice dark appearance for a long time. Can’t beat the price either.
Great value indeed! 👍🏻 How long does it typically last in your conditions?
@@PanTheOrganizer I do wash my car every 2 weeks so it always looks great until then. But I have gone as long as a month and I still see the darkening effect and no real build up of dirt on the tires.
I've used Adams and Turtle wax, happy with both.
Thanks for sharing your experience Kevin.
I'm going to try Carpro Darkside. That satin finish is exactly what I'm looking for in a tire dressing. I have Adams Graphene Tire Dressing, but the darkening effect only lasted three days on my daily driver.
I use either carpro darkside or chemical guys VRP but find that carpro darkside last 4-5 weeks in Colorado winters and VRP lasts 1-2 weeks.
That sounds about right! 👍🏻
I've used a lot of dressings including Adam's graphene, shine supply tire dressing, jax wax, but got introduced to night hawk brand SGS and its the best dressing I've ever used
Thanks for sharing. I never heard of that brand. Are they from the USA?
#3 had a really nice level of shine and satin as well , perfect blend and had a slight bronze look? maybe just my phone or my old eyes , either way i liked 3 the best, thanks @Pan the Organizer!!
Thanks for watching!
We should do a battle of applicators next. Would love for you to try our tire shine and applicator Pan.
My favourite applicator: amzn.to/49Zbz2v
Who is Dan by the way? 😂
@@PanTheOrganizer sorry auto correct got us 😅, meant to say Pan. We would love to send you a hawk applicator to try out.
This looks interesting, just checked out the website ordering one soon
@@HawkAutoEssentials ordering one ☝🏽
I’ve been using CarPro Perl since it came out, but I’m curiously drawn to the Dark Side.
You would love it!
I recently purchased a 2024 Corvette C8 and had PPF and ceramic coating applied last week. I have not washed the car yet,but I bought the Carpro Darkside based on your previous recommendation. I am looking forward to giving it a try soon.
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Excellent video. I've been using Zaino Z-16 Perfect Tire Gloss since about 2010. Haven't had any issues and lasts 3-4 months. For me the important thing is it doesn't sling at all. I cringe every time I see a vehicle that has tire dressing slung all down the side of it.
Thanks Stephen!
I love hearing about products that I've never heard about so that I can test them.
Great video as usual Pan… can’t lie. My go to is Hybrid Solutions. Even in higher end complete details I love this product. Definitely 2 applications are necessary. As a test vehicle, I get 3-4 weeks durability in messy Ontario. Lots of sand and salt. I usually do 2 maintenance washes per week. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the info, I was wondering about different tires stuff.
Thank you for another excellent video! I'm planning to give CarPro DarkSide a try. While CarPro BlackOut tire coating is considered the best, it's a bit pricey for my budget.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your videos as first I think the nicest one it was Darkside tire sealant
Thanks Yoan! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 147 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great stuff here yet again Pan, love watching these as it exposed me to new products i wouldnt have tried otherwise
Thanks!! 👍🏻
Great Video! I use Griot's Garage Black Satin tire coating.....I prefer the satin finish to shiny tires! Cheers!
Thanks!
@@PanTheOrganizer You're welcome!
i just ordered darkside myself..waiting for it to come now..thank you sir!
Have fun! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer congrats!
+1 with darkside. It is great that it isn’t water based like the others, as I found products like Pearl faded quickly after a rain storm. Longevity, looks and applicability make it the best of the bunch in my experience.
I agree!
My favorite is Tuf Shine. Two-part wash and seal.
So this cleans and "dresses" the tire in one step? I'll assume not a shiny dressing which is fine, I'm just looking for a one step that will clean and darken/richen tires.
@@kirkwilson5900 that's fine too - but I'm a DIY guy and leave it to the pros - like any prep - tires have to be Clean before finishing. Says “permanent” nothing is “permanent” accept death and taxes. Another subject. Two coats for gloss. For one lasts about 60 days and stays.
I will try the Adams Graphene Tire dressing since I have AT truck tires, I have to brush the dressing into the large lugs on the side wall and a pump product would be a headache... Thanks for the video Pan..
My pleasure Katrina! And yes in your situation a spray type dressing with a brush would be a more appropriate option.
I use the turtle wax HS and meguiars endurance gel and both are very durable. Turtle wax for less shine and MEG for more shine. Currently our three vehicles are going on 3 weeks with several rain storms in that span here in south Texas and the coatings are still noticeably present. I wanted to try dark side but I keep reading reviews that it does not survive a single rain storm.
I use the Turtle wax version and love it, very happy with it.
Thanks for sharing. How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 990,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great video Pan. I use carpro Blackout 3 to 4 eeks top it of with carpro darkside then Bi week use Adam's graphene tire dressing. I have use feynlab black velvet tire sealant i like all of them
Thanks Solomon!
Great video pan! I will be sticking with chemical guys VRP because it’s water based and great for the price and gives the appearance I like best. ✌🏼
Yes that’s a classic for sure. If only they could make it last 3-4 weeks!
Do you dilute it or use it full strength? I've heard some people dilute it
@@kirkwilson5900 I use it full strength it works better that way, and it’s cheap!
Started using CarPro products about a year ago, hands down, in my opinion, DarkSide is incredible, will have to pair it with Retyre for proper precleaning before dressing, Cheers from Québec City Pan, love your channel!!!!!!
Thanks man! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer when I moved to Québec City 3 years ago I was looking for ideas setting up my home office in our new condo, fell upon your office post and the rest is history. You are my go to guy when I have questions, doubts or just general car care or organization questions. Love your channel Sir, keep up the great work!!!!!!!
@PanTheOrganizer would love to ask you a question regarding applying a new ceramic coating over a 4 year old ceramic coating.
Awesome video Pan. I love all your videos and you have earned my subscription. My teenage daughter thinks I’m nuts when I watch Car Detailing vids. lol.
Hehe thanks Eddie! You can tell your daughter there are one million subscribers on this channel that would prove her wrong. ;)
Detailing is so soothing and relaxing. And usually having a clean car extends to a lifestyle of a clean house, organized life, etc.
Perhaps have her detail with you and get her to enjoy the process. When she gets her first car, she’ll take pride in taking care of her car. After a house, it’s usually one’s most expensive purchase. Might as well keep it looking great am I right? 👍🏻
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 990,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan! I’m happy I found your channel. I just saw on IG that you’re in Montreal, so am I ! We have a nice long weekend coming up with with no rain so I’m planning to wash and wax my Audi. Thanks again.
Cool !! Happy Easter!
Hi Pan nice video during winter i wash my tire often but i prefer keep my product for my summer tires.
Thanks for watching!
@@PanTheOrganizer merci mon homme
Great comparison Pan!
I loved the looks of Dark Side, but I can’t see myself paying $31 for the bottle here in the US in 2024.
I’ve been using CG Silk Shine since 2020 and just can’t beat the $8-$10 per bottle for the value I get out of it.
I personally hate everything else made by CG, but Silk Shine and VRP are the only things I buy from them.
Mahalo for another great video, battle of four giants! They seem very similar, I'd have to judge by longevity and price. A product I've used in the past is Armorall Xtreme tire, I'm not sure of the longevity, but the effect is amazingly dark and wet/slick looking, which I was on the fence about.
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Dark side is number 1 with a fact.. easy to apply and last long enough for me.. I've tried turtle wax previously it was average as you said but not bad .. also tried Amazon's exclusive brand blending pros tire dressing, it was better than the turtle wax.
Oh really? I haven’t tried Amazon branded detailing products yet.
@@PanTheOrganizer yes.. sad you didn't try out the 3d ceramic tire gloss. Would love to see a review of that and your opinion and longevity ..
You have to leave the tires half done lol, great video my friend 😁👍
Another great video Pan. Would’ve liked to see the hydrophobic on them. Mainly the DarkSide as I’m a small town detailer and will be adding it to my arsenal after viewing this video.
You will love it. As does almost everyone who uses it as you can see in the comments. What’s your current go-to tire dressing?
Been using a lot of the Perl lately.
PERL diluted 1:1 on tires is a classic for sure. Good choice.
Great review. I've used three of these on a consistent basis and they're quality products!
Which is your favourite one? And how long does it last typically in your conditions?
@@PanTheOrganizer Darkside by a landslide. Usually three to four weeks or so before it's negligible whether it's there. I live in reasonably harsh conditions on the east coast.
DarkSide for me too. 4 to 6 weeks on average, especially in more gentle spring/summer/fall months.
I bought 1L of Darkside during a sale and I expect the bottle to last me many many applications. I appreciate the pump for applying to my applicator and I am very happy with the appearance and durability. I was pleased with my bottle of Adams Graphene, but I like Darkside more and the 1 L bottle made it a great value at the time of my purchase.
Thanks for sharing!
Superior cover all is my go to tire shine it’s so good
Never heard of it. What country are they from?
@@PanTheOrganizer it is US based and can be ordered straight from them or from any O’reillys
Ive been using Vonnix .....really like it
I haven’t tested their products yet.
Just to clarify… in the US Tire+ is only $16.99 per 16oz. I believe Pan is stating Canadian Pricing converted to USD which we have no control over..
Regarding application. Pan, I would love for you to give it another try using much less product than shown here. Tire+ is a thinner consistency to be able to spread farther, be more economical, more even, and get into all of the tread. 1-2 sprays on an applicator pad is all that is needed to cover a whole tire and you will not be left with any excess product on the tire, it should apply almost dry after rubbing in. Hope this helps you use the product more efficiently and maybe changes your opinion on the application side. Tire+ is also great for off-road tires where you may want to spray it directly onto the surface to help get into every ridge and tread😊
Thanks for the info. For the price, as this was filmed a while ago, I think what happened is when I access your website, it seems to load prices in CAD currency, but it didn’t say CAD next to the price so people assume it’s USD as you’re based in USA. So your website must know where the user is coming from and adjust the price without us knowing?
I looked at the website and scrolling down that’s where I noticed the currency was set to CAD.
If I set to USD, you’re right it’s 16.99$ USD for 16 oz.
Perhaps modify the site so when the price is written is also states the currency right next to it?
To us, it seems more intuitive to show the pricing in the user's local currency, making it easier to understand the true pricing without having to do conversions... we will see if there is a way to make it more known, maybe in the header..@@PanTheOrganizer
One of my favorite dressings for sure, I go back and forth between Tire+ and Perl diluted 1-1
Is it on Amazon????
@@Lucabrasi23soon😊
I use Meguiars endurance tyre gel and I can tell you its amazing and long lasting
It’s too oily wet looking for me unfortunately. And I tend to prefer water based dressings. The Meguiar’s is petroleum/solvent based and from my memory (I used it 15 years ago) it was slinging a lot regardless of how well you’d prep the tires.
Does it still sling?
@@PanTheOrganizer Yeah it does but not so much if you keep it curing for a bit and dont put 2 much on tyre cause the effect is the same if you put a little or 2 much but I find it more water and dirt repelant than the water based ones tho I didnt use these ones from your video I try them out then I let you know.
All products seemed to do very good in my opinion. I’ve used the Hybrid Solutions Tire Shine from Turtle Wax and enjoy what it does. But my new found favorite tire shine is the Gyeon Quartz Tire. It lasts for at least 4 weeks or more and isn’t too hateful to apply. Gyeon’s Tire Express also does pretty well and has a darker shine in my opinion as well. But I will be ordering the CarPro DarkSide to see how it works for me. But thanks Pan for another great video and can’t wait for more to come!
Thanks Wyatt! Keep me posted when you try DarkSide. I think you’re gonna like it!
@@PanTheOrganizer I will be sure to do so! Already have it ordered!
@@PanTheOrganizer Got DarkSide yesterday which came quicker than I expected which is nice! Was going to try it on one of my family’s vehicles after I detailed it but already had the tires cleaned and shined up. So I decided to go ahead and detail my daily driver and use DarkSide on it. Definitely my new favorite! Had to use 2 or 3 more pumps to do each tire (truck tires use a bit more product) but it met and exceeded my expectations! Went on easily and had the perfect shine! After waiting an hour, it was dry to the touch and still had a glossy, not dripping wet, shine! Definitely believe it will last a good while and when I run out, I’ll be ordering it again for sure! Thanks again Pan for your awesome and informative videos and for inspiring the detailer in me!
Very good info! Maybe in your next videos you could discuss the sling effect of the tire dressings your testing, this would be very helpful. Thanks
Thanks!
Great vid Pan! I'm going to try out the Carpro DarkSide!
Thanks Clyde!
(Tuf-shine) last well over a year with a beautiful satin finish. Repels brake dust like no other. More difficult to install and can stain wheels if not taped off.
Thanks for sharing. I haven't tested that one yet. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Carpro DarkSide for me ... 😊
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I like the way the Adams looks, that you can buy it in bulk and their instructional videos, not overly shiny but I like that the turtle wax has acrylic.
As for another potential contender, Mckees 37 graphene dressing?
Good video and even though I actually like the lovers in a certain way you were very scientific and realistic in your test!
Hope you’re having a good afternoon pan , Lou, I have tried both the turtle wax tire shine an the Adams graphene the Adams graphene lasted longer in my case. Can’t Thank you enough for the good videos. Lou
Thanks Lou! Have a great weekend!
Hello Pan. Unfortunately in Europe, and Greece especially, we lack most of the products you showcase. From my small experience Darksider on first application seems really greasy, even after wiping with a dry microfiber cloth. It also attract dust. After a week, and a maintenance wash the look of the tyre has superb looks and a very natural finish.
For me Carpro Perl,neat or 1:2, has the same optical effect as Darkside, without the side effect of attracted dust. Added bonus, its also very versatile
PERL is very good! 👍🏻
Darkside is definitely my go to. Best tire product I've used highly recommend it!
👍🏻👍🏻 How long does it last for you on average, in your conditions?
Well that's debatable lol I wash my vehicles a lot. I'm one of those that isn't too worried about durability within reason. I like the freshly applied look of products. That said in the winter I have seen past a month, highway driven daily on Vancouver island so daily rain in the winter.
@ClickOnMyProfile904 No problem I've learned so much from your channel it's introduced me to many new products your efforts are much appreciated 😊
I don’t like that it comes with a pump. All the time my hands get greasy abd u don’t know why. I would rather prefer a squirt bottle, that is what I use know.
I recently used SudsLab T3 tire dressing and it looks great
Cool!
After winning Pan’s previous tire dressing competition I have been using the Adams and have been through a few bottles. Very pleased with application and results, but I seem to go through it fairly quickly. Always willing to try less expensive options.
How long does the Adam’s last for you on average Donald?
I wash my vehicles approximately every other week. So it lasts for the two weeks just fine.
I assume you also thoroughly clean the tires each time you wash the car as I do so the durability hasn’t been an issue.
I appreciate your work
Too bad you haven't tried Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Tire Shine. I loveeeeee it! Totally worth it! It lasts through rain, and frosty temps (15-32) for multiple days IF applied correctly on a clean surface of course! Put it on 17 year old tires that came with my 2001 WS6 Trans Am and it did well for them! Now i have new tires i bought for the car! the rubber is still getting cleaned with P&S brake buster and Turtle Wax Wheel & Tire Cleaner ( ran out of P&S and tried this and its pretty damn good for the price pan!! Foams, and lifts dirt in the foaming action like some more expensive products! Its pretty damn cheap too!! I would recommend you try the wheel and tire cleaner and the Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Tire Shine!
Thanks for sharing.
Yes i am from the uk, and enjoy your videos, really great content,
Awesome! Thank you! I appreciate it. How did you discover my channel by the way Richard?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great review Pan! Before finding Adams Graphene Tire Dressing, I loved Meguiar's Endurance Gel (I never had a sling problem with that like many people have reported). I do use two coats of the Adam's though as I do like a semi-glossy tire and very happy with it for the price, especially since Adams is usually on sale on their website for 20%-30% off on a daily basis and their shipping is very reasonable too.
Thanks for sharing!
Aaaaaand they raised the price as expected about $5 in the US.