RECENT CAR CERAMIC COATING & CLEAR BRA PROJECTS WE HAVE COMPLETED!

If you want to see every single truck/car ceramic coating & clear bra project we have completed, this is the place to be! At Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings, we document every single car with professional video and photos from Iffla Media. In each of our truck/SUV/car ceramic coating & clear bra blog articles, you can learn about our work, what products we used, and what the client was looking for when they booked with us. Nowhere else in Copperas Cove/Killeen/Harker Heights can you find this level of detail about car truck/ceramic coating & clear bra/PPF projects, so – ENJOY!

Insurance Company Writes For Replacement - Hail Repair Killeen TX

Insurance Company Writes For Replacement - Hail Repair Killeen TX

By Matthew Jones • March 25, 2025
If your vehicle was hammered by the massive hailstorm in Killeen and Harker Heights in May 2024, you might be wondering whether your hood, roof, or trunk needs to be replaced—or if it can be repaired with paintless dent repair (PDR). When dealing with insurance claims for hail damage repair in Killeen, TX, it’s common for adjusters to write up estimates that call for panel replacements, especially on heavily dented hoods, roofs, and trunks. But does that mean you must get a new panel? Not necessarily! Let’s break down how insurance companies approach hail repair, why they sometimes push for replacement over repair, and how we help customers preserve their factory paint whenever possible.
Hail Repair in Killeen, TX: Why Fixing Aluminum Panels is More Expensive

Why is Hail Repair More Expensive On Aluminum in Killeen TX?

By Matthew Jones • March 25, 2025
If you've ever brought your Ford Super Duty or F-150 in for hail repair in Killeen, TX, you may have been surprised at the price difference compared to other vehicles. Why does it cost more to fix hail damage on aluminum-bodied vehicles? You're not alone in wondering! Whether it's door dings from Fort Cavazos or severe hail damage from storms like the one that hit Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, and Killeen on May 12, 2024, aluminum repairs always come at a higher cost. But why? The short answer: Aluminum is a completely different material than steel, requiring more time, effort, and skill to repair. The long answer? Let’s dive into it!
Protecting a Classic: 2011 Bentley Continental Gets Custom Paint Protection Film & Ceramic Coating!

2011 Bentley Continental Paint Protection Film Killeen TX

By Matthew Jones • March 23, 2025
If you’re in Killeen, Copperas Cove, or Temple, TX, and looking for the best protection for your luxury vehicle, we’ve got you covered! This 2011 Bentley Continental came to us with an existing paint protection film (PPF) on the front bumper, but the owner wanted to take it a step further by adding protection to the fenders and hood. Not only did we install custom-cut Autobahn Incognito Paint Protection Film (PPF) on the front-end, but we also polished out years of swirl marks and sealed the vehicle with a long-lasting ceramic coating to keep it looking flawless for years to come. 📍 If you’re nearby, bring your Bentley—or any vehicle—to our shop in Nolanville, TX, for elite paint protection!
2025 Mazda CX-90 Gets Full-Front PPF, Ceramic Coating, & Window Tint Near Killeen, TX!

2025 Mazda CX-90 Paint Protection Film near Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 23, 2025
Whether you're coming from Temple, TX, to the east or Copperas Cove, TX, to the west, we’re conveniently located just east of Killeen and Harker Heights. Our shop stays busy with premium paint protection projects and expert auto hail repair services—and this latest job was no exception! This fully loaded 2025 Mazda CX-90 came to us from Fort Cavazos, brought in by a Soldier looking to protect his investment from rock chips, UV damage, and Texas heat. To give his SUV the ultimate defense, we installed: ✔ Full-Front Paint Protection Film (PPF) – Mike applied Autobahn Incognito PPF with a lifetime warranty, covering the hood, bumper, fenders, and mirrors. ✔ Autobahn Window Tint – Installed by Jose, this high-performance tint reduces heat, glare, and UV exposure, and—like our PPF—it comes with a lifetime warranty. ✔ Eight-Year Ceramic Coating – Applied by our second Mike, this premium coating locks in shine, repels contaminants, and enhances long-term protection. 🚗 Looking for instant pricing on PPF? Get a qu
Another Stunning Red Mist C8 Corvette Gets a Five-Year Ceramic Coating!

2023 C8 Corvette Ceramic Coating near Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 23, 2025
I’ve honestly lost track of how many Red Mist C8 Corvettes we’ve had in the shop for Paint Protection Film (PPF), Ceramic Coating, or Window Tint—but here’s another one! There’s something about this color that just stands out. If I had to pick a favorite, Red Mist Metallic might be at the top of the list, though Riptide Blue Metallic is a close second. The way these metallic colors shine under the sun is just unreal! This particular C8 Corvette owner chose a five-year ceramic coating, ensuring long-lasting protection, extreme gloss, and easy maintenance. We didn’t just coat the paint—we also applied ceramic protection to the wheel faces and glass, giving this Corvette a sleek, ultra-hydrophobic finish from top to bottom. 📍 If you’re in Killeen, Copperas Cove, or Temple, TX, and want the best protection for your Corvette, we’re the shop to trust! No one in the area protects more C8s than us!
Restoring & Protecting a 2008 Audi TT with New PPF, Paintless Dent Repair, & Ceramic Coating!

2008 Audi TT Paint Protection Film, PDR, Ceramic Coating Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 22, 2025
A Fun Project Reviving This Classic Audi TT! This was a project we truly enjoyed! The owner of this 2008 Audi TT has had the car since it was brand new, and when he first bought it, he had paint protection film (PPF) installed. However, PPF technology has come a long way over the years, and the old film had started to yellow and crack. It was time for an upgrade! We spent around eight hours carefully removing the old PPF, ensuring no damage to the original paint. Then, we installed new Autobahn Incognito PPF on the hood, fenders, front bumper, and mirrors, giving this Audi a fresh, modern layer of protection.
Protecting This 2025 Infiniti QX60 with Autobahn Incognito PPF – Long-Lasting Paint Protection!

2025 Infiniti QX60 Paint Protection Film Killeen TX

By Matthew Jones • March 21, 2025
The 2025 Infiniti QX60 is a luxurious SUV designed for comfort, performance, and sleek styling. With its modern design and premium finish, keeping the paint in pristine condition is a top priority for any owner. That’s why this client brought their QX60 to Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings, where we installed Autobahn Incognito Paint Protection Film (PPF) to safeguard against road hazards, rock chips, and daily wear and tear. With Autobahn PPF’s lifetime warranty, this Infiniti is now shielded against yellowing, cracking, and fading, ensuring it looks brand-new for years to come. 📍 Located in Nolanville, TX, we’re just a short drive from Temple, Killeen, and Copperas Cove—offering the best in paint protection, ceramic coatings, and window tinting!
Protecting This 2024 Dodge RAM 3500 with Autobahn Incognito PPF on the Bedside & Fenders!

2024 RAM 3500 Paint Protection Film Killeen TX

By Matthew Jones • March 21, 2025
When it comes to heavy-duty trucks like the 2024 Dodge RAM 3500, durability is everything—but that doesn’t mean the paint should suffer from daily wear and tear. To keep this truck looking brand new, we installed Autobahn Incognito Paint Protection Film (PPF) on the bedside and fenders, shielding these high-impact areas from rock chips, scratches, and road debris. Whether you’re hauling, towing, or driving through rough terrain, the bedside and fenders take a beating—but with Autobahn PPF, this RAM 3500 is now equipped with an invisible layer of protection that will keep it looking flawless for years to come.
Another Mercedes Protected! Repeat Client Brings Their 2024 E350 for Autobahn Incognito PPF Install

2024 Mercedes E350 paint protection film near Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 21, 2025
There’s no better sign of trust than a repeat customer bringing in another vehicle for premium protection! After previously protecting their 2023 Mercedes with paint protection film (PPF), this client returned to Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings for their 2024 Mercedes E350, ensuring it stays just as flawless. This time, we installed Autobahn Incognito PPF on the hood, mirrors, and bumper—a package we call the Critical Impact Package. This setup provides protection in the areas that take the most damage from road debris, rock chips, and environmental wear. ✔ Lifetime Warranty – Autobahn Incognito PPF is guaranteed never to yellow, crack, or peel, ensuring long-lasting defense. ✔ Self-Healing Technology – Light scratches disappear with heat, keeping the finish smooth and pristine. ✔ Virtually Invisible Protection – Maintains the luxury look of the E350 without altering its aesthetics. 📍 Located conveniently between Temple, TX, and Killeen, TX, our shop is right in the middle—an easy drive for top-tier vehic
Protecting This Black 2024 Lincoln Nautilus with Autobahn Incognito PPF – Backed by a Lifetime Warra

2024 Lincoln Nautilus Paint Protection Film Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 20, 2025
A brand-new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus deserves the best protection available, and that’s exactly what we provided for this client. Joe and I installed Autobahn Incognito Paint Protection Film (PPF) on the hood, fenders, front bumper, mirrors, and trim pieces, ensuring this luxury SUV stays flawless for years to come. What makes Autobahn PPF stand out? Not only does it come with a lifetime warranty against yellowing, cracking, and peeling, but it’s also the only film manufacturer that includes a no-fault warranty—offering a one-time $250 credit for replacement if the film gets damaged. That means extra peace of mind for the road ahead! 📍 Conveniently located behind the CEFCO in Nolanville, we’re just a short drive from Temple, Copperas Cove, and Killeen, TX!
Protecting This 2020 BMW X5 with Our Critical Impact Package – PPF Backed by a Lifetime Warranty!

2020 BMW X5 Paint Protection Film near Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 20, 2025
A 2020 BMW X5 deserves top-tier protection, and that’s exactly what we provided for one of our long-time Copperas Cove clients! Over the years, we’ve installed paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, and window tint on multiple vehicles for this customer, and this BMW X5 was the latest addition to their collection of well-protected rides. For this install, Mike and I applied Autobahn Incognito PPF to the hood, bumper, fenders, mirrors, and black trim pieces, ensuring that the most damage-prone areas are shielded from rock chips, scratches, and road debris. 🚗 What makes this package special? This isn’t just any front-end PPF installation—this is our Critical Impact Package, designed as a better alternative to the outdated "partial front" kits that leave visible lines on the hood and fenders. Instead of those unsightly edges that become an eyesore over time, this package ensures a clean, seamless look while offering premium protection. 📍 We’re not far from Temple or Copperas Cove! Our shop is conven

2025 Subaru Ascent Tint, PPF, Ceramic Coating Near Temple TX

By Matthew Jones • March 18, 2025
🛡️ Protecting This Subaru Ascent with PPF, Ceramic Coating & Window Tint – A One-Stop Solution Near Killeen & Temple, TX! 🛡️
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PPF VS CERAMIC COATING: Ceramic coating really is not that thick!

At Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings, we document, in detail, every truck or car ceramic coating & clear bra or PPF job we complete, in detail. How are we able to do this, and no one else in the Copperas Cove/Killeen/Harker Heights area can?

  • We have our own in-house, full-time videographer and photographer that is present for 99.99% of our jobs. This isn’t an employee that is just good with a camera. Iffla Media is a full-fledged videographer and photographer with specialized and professional equipment. He is also available to do private shoots of your car after our work is done.
  • At HHCC, we only do one car at a time, and we are more of an elite paint protection and car ceramic coating shop than we are a factory that pumps out completed cars off an assembly line
  • I am an owner-operator. Every piece of work or truck or car ceramic coating & PPF project done in the shop is something I have personally done myself. And so, after every project, I am the one to write these project summaries!

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Ceramic coating makes cleanup easier!

A truck or car ceramic coating provides a layer of protection for the paint on your vehicle. It creates a barrier between the paint and the environment, helping to prevent damage from things like bird poop, bug guts, UV rays, and more. Additionally, a car ceramic coating can make your car’s paint more glossy and helps prevent scratches and swirls. How does a car ceramic coating prevent swirls? Well, directly – it doesn’t. But when you aren’t scrubbing as hard on your paint to remove dirt, grime, and bug guts – you are less likely to scratch it!


Having a truck or car ceramic coating on your car can also make it easier to maintain the appearance of your paint, as dirt and grime will not stick as easily and can be more easily removed during washing. This can help keep your car looking new for a longer period and potentially increase its resale value.


Another benefit of ceramic coatings is that they can enhance the shine and overall appearance of your car’s paint, making it look even better than it did before.


It’s important to note that a truck or car ceramic coating should be applied by a professional, as an improper application can damage the paint. Additionally, it’s important to maintain the ceramic coating according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it protects your car’s paint.

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Clear bra/PPF/paint protection film prevents most rock chips!

Clear bra or PPF is applied to a vehicle’s front (or all areas) to protect it from damage caused by rocks, gravel, and other road debris. Unlike truck or car ceramic coating, it actually protects against rock chips and scratches. Do NOT listen to anyone that tells you that a truck/car ceramic coating protects against rock chips!


Having a clear bra is important for several reasons:

  1. Protection of the paint: The clear bra or PPF acts as a barrier between the paint and any debris that may hit the car, helping to prevent many scratches and chips. It is important to note that clear bra will not stop dings or hail damage.
  2. Preservation of the car’s value: Maintaining the appearance of a car is crucial for its resale value. A clear bra can help to keep the vehicle looking new, just like truck or car ceramic coatings.
  3. Easy maintenance: Clear bra or PPF is difficult to permanently damage while hand-washing, unlike paint, which can swirl when too much pressure is applied. Unlike truck/car ceramic coatings, clear bra is truly self-healing. This means many minor swirls and scratches will come out with the Copperas Cove/Killeen/Harker Heights sun or other heat.


Overall, a clear bra or PPF, just like truck or car ceramic coatings, can be a valuable investment for anyone who wants to protect their vehicle and keep it looking its best.

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Why install clear bra AND a truck/car ceramic coating?

Installing both a paint protection film (PPF) and a truck/car ceramic coating can offer several benefits for protecting and maintaining the appearance of a vehicle in the Copperas Cove/Killeen/Harker Heights area.

  1. Protection: PPF and truck/car ceramic coatings work together to provide a double layer of protection for the vehicle’s paint. The PPF acts as a barrier against physical damage from road debris, while the ceramic coating provides a protective barrier against environmental factors such as UV rays, road grime, and bird poop. The clear bra/paint protection film also provides UV protection, and the ceramic coating provides UV protection to the clear bra itself.
  2. Gloss and shine: Truck/car ceramic coatings will enhance the shine and gloss of the vehicle’s paint, making it look newer and more vibrant for longer. Our clear bra options will also provide gloss and fill in minor swirls.
  3. Hydrophobic properties: Truck/car ceramic coatings also provide hydrophobic properties, which cause water to bead up and roll off the vehicle’s surface, helping keep it clean and dry. While PPF has hydrophobic properties, we haven’t found it to be as effective as a good ceramic coating, such as our System X MAX 10-year ceramic coating.
  4. Ease of maintenance: PPF and truck car/ceramic coating make cleaning and maintaining a vehicle’s appearance easier. The smooth surface provided by the ceramic coating helps to prevent dirt and grime from sticking, while the PPF helps to prevent scratches and chips.
  5. Increased resale value: Maintaining the appearance of a vehicle is important for its private resale value. Installing both PPF and a car/truck ceramic coating can help preserve the vehicle’s appearance and increase its value over time.


Overall, installing both PPF and a truck/car ceramic coating can provide a comprehensive solution for protecting and maintaining the appearance of a vehicle.

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