Understanding UV Window Tint Protection

Not all window tints offer the same level of UV protection. High-quality films can block up to 99% of harmful UV rays, reducing the risk of skin damage and preventing your car’s upholstery from fading over time. When selecting a tint, look for options labeled as UV-blocking or infrared-reducing.

Best Tint Shades for UV Protection

The effectiveness of UV window tint varies depending on the shade and material:

• Ceramic Tint: Offers superior UV protection while maintaining visibility. It also reduces heat and glare without interfering with electronic signals.
• Carbon Tint: Blocks UV rays effectively and prevents interior fading while providing a sleek, non-reflective finish.
• Dyed Tint: While affordable, it offers less UV protection compared to ceramic and carbon tints.

Legal Considerations for Window Tinting

Before applying a UV window tint, check your state’s regulations regarding visible light transmission (VLT) levels. Some states have strict limits on how dark tints can be, particularly for front windows. Always ensure your tint meets legal standards to avoid fines or required removal.

Benefits Beyond UV Window Tint Protection

A quality UV window tint provides additional advantages, including:

• Reduced glare for safer driving.
• Enhanced privacy and security.
• Improved energy efficiency by keeping your car cooler.

Investing in a high-quality UV window tint is an excellent way to protect yourself and your vehicle from sun damage. By selecting the right shade and ensuring compliance with local laws, you can enjoy a more comfortable and long-lasting tint solution.

What Are Smart Glass Windows?

Smart glass windows use technologies such as electrochromic, thermochromic, or photochromic materials to change transparency levels. These adaptive features offer dynamic control over light and heat, making them an ideal choice for modern spaces.

Benefits of Smart Glass Technology

1. Energy Efficiency: Smart glass can block heat on sunny days, reducing the need for air conditioning.
2. Enhanced Privacy: Switch from transparent to opaque for instant privacy.
3. Improved Comfort: Reduce glare and UV exposure without sacrificing natural light.

Applications in Homes and Vehicles

• Homes: Replace traditional curtains or blinds with smart glass for sleek, automated light control.
• Vehicles: Minimize glare for drivers and passengers while maintaining a comfortable cabin temperature.

Smart glass windows represent the future of energy-efficient, adaptable design. Whether you’re upgrading your home or vehicle, this technology delivers comfort, convenience, and sustainability—all at the flip of a switch.

What Is Acoustic Auto Glass?

Acoustic auto glass is a specialized type of laminated glass that features a noise-dampening layer, typically made of polyvinyl butyral (PVB). This layer acts as a sound barrier, absorbing and reducing the transmission of high-frequency noise into the cabin. Unlike traditional glass, acoustic versions are engineered to improve soundproofing without compromising strength or visibility.

How Does It Work?

The PVB interlayer in acoustic glass dampens vibrations that cause noise. It’s particularly effective at filtering out frequencies commonly associated with road, wind, and engine sounds. This creates a quieter interior environment, allowing passengers to enjoy music, conversation, or even silence during their drive.

Why Choose Acoustic Auto Glass?

1. Improved Comfort: Less noise means a more comfortable and relaxing ride.
2. Enhanced Safety: A quieter cabin helps drivers stay focused on the road.
3. Energy Efficiency: Some acoustic glass also improves thermal insulation, reducing the need for air conditioning or heating.

Investing in acoustic auto glass is about more than just noise reduction—it’s about upgrading your overall driving experience. Whether you’re commuting daily or embarking on road trips, this technology provides a peaceful ride, rain or shine. Contact AGD today to learn more about acoustic auto glass installation, maintenance, and repair.

1. Standard Clear Film

Standard clear films are designed to provide basic protection against minor scratches, chips, and road debris. These films are often used for covering high-impact areas such as the hood, fenders, and side mirrors. Standard clear films offer a transparent finish that preserves the original color and gloss of the vehicle while providing a layer of protection.

2. Self-Healing Film

Self-healing films are a more advanced option that features a special top layer capable of repairing minor scratches and swirl marks on its own. This self-healing property is achieved through the use of advanced polymer technology that reacts to heat. As a result, self-healing films maintain a smooth and flawless appearance over time, making them an excellent choice for preserving the vehicle’s finish.

3. Matte Finish Film

For those seeking a unique look, matte finish films provide a non-glossy, satin appearance. Matte PPFs offer the same level of protection as clear films but with a distinctive aesthetic. They are ideal for vehicles with a matte or satin paint job, as they help maintain the matte finish while protecting against damage. Matte finish films can also be used to give a glossy vehicle a custom matte look.

4. Color-Tinted Film

Color-tinted films add a colored tint to the vehicle’s finish while providing protection. These films come in various shades and can be used to enhance or change the vehicle’s appearance. In addition to offering protection from environmental damage, color-tinted films can create a personalized look that stands out on the road.

5. High-Gloss Film

High-gloss films are designed to enhance the shine and depth of the vehicle’s paint. These films are often used to add a glossy finish to vehicles with a matte or satin paint job. High-gloss PPFs offer protection while enhancing the vehicle’s overall appearance, making it look sleek and polished.

Choosing the Right Film

Selecting the right paint protection film depends on several factors, including the vehicle’s paint type, desired appearance, and level of protection needed. For standard protection with a clear finish, standard or self-healing films are excellent choices. For those seeking a unique look, matte or color-tinted films offer customization options. High-gloss films provide an extra level of shine and protection.

Understanding the differences between paint protection films helps vehicle owners make informed decisions about preserving their car’s finish. Whether prioritizing protection, aesthetics, or a combination of both, choosing the right PPF ensures that the vehicle maintains its appearance and value for years to come.

Living in the beautiful but rugged landscape of Arizona comes with its fair share of challenges for vehicle owners. The desert terrain, with its gravel-strewn roads, can be harsh on the exterior of your beloved car. Small rocks, debris, and even insects can cause unsightly damage to your vehicle’s paint. This is where paint protection film comes to the rescue, acting as an invisible shield to keep your car looking like the day you drove it off of the lot.

The Benefits of Paint Protection Film

1. Proper Maintenance of Your Car

Regular maintenance is essential for keeping your car looking its best, running properly, and maintaining its value. Paint protection film keeps your car’s exterior in top condition, requiring fewer repairs and touch-ups.

2. Paint Protection Film Protects Your Vehicle’s Surface

Paint protection film is a transparent film that is applied to the surface of a car to protect it from damage. The film acts as a barrier, absorbing the impact of small rocks and debris that could otherwise chip or scratch the car’s paint.

3. Paint Protection Film is Nearly Invisible

Paint protection film is virtually invisible, allowing your car’s original color and design to shine through. It does not change the appearance of your vehicle while providing the protection it requires.

4. No Side Effects

Paint protection film is carefully designed to be gentle on your car’s paint. It will not leave any residue, discoloration, or other negative effects. 

5. Preserve Paint

Paint protection film acts as a barrier against the harsh elements of the Arizona desert, such as extreme heat, dust, and rocks. This helps to preserve the quality and longevity of your vehicle’s paint, which in turn helps to maintain its value over time.

6. Cost-Effective

Investing in paint protection services is a wise decision in the long run. It is a cost-effective solution when compared to the potential expenses of repairing paint damage caused by road debris.

Paint protection film is a smart investment to safeguard your vehicle’s aesthetics, especially in regions with unforgiving roads like Arizona. It can protect your car’s surface from blemishes and keep it looking as good as new for years to come. Contact AGD to schedule your paint protection film installation today!

Have you ever wondered, “How will I benefit if I wrap my car vs painting it?” A solid vehicle paint job could cost you up to $10k+ based on the quality and color. While a vehicle wrap costs half of that+ depending on the material as well as degree of the job. When deciding on a wrap vs paint, you will realize that the cheaper cost is only a portion of the benefit. Paint quality may differ and it’s more likely you will get what you pay for when it comes to paint.. Cheap paint looks bomb at first, but it will only take a couple of years for that to need a touch up. When you choose the right installer for your wrap, the quality will last for years to come.
So what are the Benefits of Having a Car Wrap?

1.  Options Options Options… we all love options.

Everybody wishes they could get a new car on a yearly basis.  In fact, there are so many good vehicles out there today, that the buying process has become more difficult.  This is where vinyl wraps will allow all of your car fantasies to come true. With 100’s of colors to choose from, this is such a fun way for anyone to express themselves to the world. If after a few years you want another change, just have us remove it & pick your color! Transform your vehicle every few years and keep the rest of the world intrigued.

2. Paint is just plain expensive.  

**A Vinyl Wrap will have a life expectancy of 5-8 years, and for a fraction of the cost of paint.

3.  Resale Value

**Being able to maintain the manufacturers authentic paint will keep the resale value unchanged from a color that becomes worn over time.. Having the choice to keep your vehicle’s original manufacturer color will allow you to maintain your resale value.

4. Installation Time

**Painting a car can take weeks, when done properly. . When it comes to vehicle wraps, AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co. will have your car fully transformed within 2 days. Don’t leave yourself stranded, wrap it up with AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co.

5. Protection

**Every part of your car that is wrapped in vinyl is protecting your factory paint from all natural hazards of driving. This allows your paint to age naturally and won’t allow it to be exposed to the sun for prolonged periods of time. Vehicle wrap vinyl is an extremely durable material and will work as a shield. Say bye bye to stone chips, abrasion, and other natural hazards that happen to your car while driving around Arizona.

6. Easiest Maintenance

** Vehicle wraps are incredibly easy to maintain and will look brand-new once again from only hand washing with water and soap. Another effective form of caring for your car wrap is to use a microfiber rag and 70% alcohol to wash away any dirt.

7. Lasts a long Time & is safe and easy to Remove

**High quality vinyls ensure a long lasting product which can even be safely removed. A wrap’s life span is affected by the amount of time it is left outside in the sun. Keeping your vehicle covered will allow you to get the maximum benefit of keeping your wrap for a very long time. The best part is that the vehicle wrap can be removed easily between the 5-8 year period and simply WON’T affect your current paint.

Full Wraps

AGD installs full wraps for all vehicles. We use the best materials and have professional installation. The materials used preserve the paint underneath and provide an excellent look.

Racing Stripes

Add racing stripes to your car by utilizing AGDs expertise and knife less installation process. Our wraps are done with precision and installed to last and endure the Arizona heat.

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Your vehicle is a gorgeous piece of craftsmanship and plenty of people consider their own vehicle as a unique piece of art. For those of you that are serious auto collectors, or just happen to be a person who takes pride in their vehicle, it is essential to showcase the beauty of the car and the unique lines & contours that it displays.

Any car can be painted by using the boring, standard OEM paint and ordinary colors that basically make you blend in with everyone else on the road. On the other hand, as we all know, ordinary is boring.

If you are a car enthusiast, A vehicle wrap will provide weather security and safety while also allowing you to put your own unique style and creativity into the design.
With car wraps, the options are greatly more important than a custom paint job can offer to you. AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co can provide you with endless options of variety including textures, colors and patterns that are all determined by you. The results our customers get are exactly what we preach, a unique style that is created purely by you.

AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co. uses expertise & cutting edge equipment to make certain that your vehicle wrap ends up looking sleek, professional and simply fabulous.
A car wrap is unique in the fact that it will actualy help maintain the OEM’s original paint, but also allow your creative mind to run free.
STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD.. Regardless of the type of vehicle, AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co has the ability to work on cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, Busses, muscle cars and more. If it has an engine, we can wrap it.

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Racing Stripes, aka Le Mans Stripes, are utilized on cars in races to distinguish an identity for themselves during the course of a race. Believe it or not, this isn’t the only reason why race car drivers apply stripes to their vehicles. Stripes actually benefit the driver by helping to realign a spun out race car together with the race course
Today, these stripes can be found on cars all over in any town, any state, at any time. Many of the cars with racing stripes today, we would consider “normal street cars. Many of the large automotive OEM’s are now actually producing models that have racing stripes standard on the vehicle.
The most popular and well recognized stripes that are installed on vehicles today are the two blue parallel lines. . The stripes are installed on the hood, then continue over the roof and onto the hood of the car.

Installation

If you live within 50 miles of Phoenix, Arizona, and have always wanted to have a car with racing stripes, you are in luck.  We, at AGD Auto Glass & Tint Co, are specialists in installing racing stripes on any vehicle.  In fact, all of our technicians are certified and trained to make sure we do 100% quality work.

AGD Auto Glass & Tint co has an outstanding reputation in the community, being leaders in auto glass replacement and auto glass tint.    Located right off mill avenue in tempe, and with the fact that there are no other racing stripe or color wrap companies in the area, we have extended our services in such a way to provide customers with the ultimate experience.  Almost like taking your car to the spa, getting it’s nails done and it’s hair dyed… right ladies?

Whether you are looking for something completely customized, or just simple blue lines on your car, we are experts in giving your car that racing car look, but with cutting edge finishing. So come up with your ideas or choose many popular designs from our list. From wild stripes to mild stripes, we do it all!

Add racing stripes to your car by utilizing AGDs expertise and knife less installation process. Our wraps are done with precision and installed to last and endure the hot Arizona Sun. Contact us today to get a quote on either racing stripes, or full wraps for your vehicle.  If you are not sure what to get, our designers will help you along the way.  Give us a shout, You can also Set Your Online Appointment Right Now.

Did You Know?

Racing stripes enhance the curves of the surface and the vehicle lines as well as give your vehicle a racing car look. 

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