A good tire protectant should help prevent fading, drying, and cracking in addition to looking good. Tires are subject to dirt, moisture, oils, and the elements – it's important that your tire dressing be able to withstand these harsh conditions.

Meguiar's Endurance Tire Gel Meguiar's Tire Shine gel is straightforward. It requires an applicator of some sort (see below), but once on it provides a sling-free, high-gloss, UV-protected finish that will hold up to normal use.

But after we do that we wiped it all down sprayed it. Down. You do this outside in the morning and in the afternoon.

For a lower gloss satin new tire finish lightly mist onto a clean dry sponge or cloth wipe.

The vast majority of damage to tire sidewalls comes from UV rays. The best way to protect your car's tires is to keep them out of the sun. Do that, and you are probably OK, whether you use a tire protectant or not. Tire protectants also do not act as an all-purpose tire cleaner.

Slime sealant is a liquid that may dry out over long periods of time. For maximum puncture protection and optimal performance, we recommend that Slime be replaced after 2 years. For most tires and tubes, this will also be the time period for replacement due to wear and tear.

Ultraviolet light from sunlight and fluorescent lighting also has a seriously detrimental effect on rubber because it accelerates rubber deterioration by producing photochemical reactions that promote the oxidation of the rubber surface resulting in a loss in mechanical strength. This is known as 'UV degradation'.

Ozone, road chemicals and ultraviolet light degrade the rubber. But this is probably more of a problem for RV and trailer tires mounted on vehicles that are stored outside in the sun, especially in the Southwest. Tire covers will keep the UV rays at bay longer.

UV Exposure Overexposure to UV rays can cause the rubber in your tires to break down, making them more susceptible to cracking and fading. If you live in an area with a lot of sun exposure, it's important to take steps to protect your tires from the sun's damaging rays.

Black Magic® Tire Wet® is the #1 Tire Shine in America because with one gentle mist, your tires will have the ultimate long-lasting, wet, glossy black look. Tire Wet is specially formulated to deliver the most brilliant shine of any leading tire spray available.

about 15 minutes Apply to tire by wiping or dabbing, squeezing out more product as needed. Allow product to dry thoroughly (about 15 minutes) before driving to prevent sling.

Yes, a tyre can be repaired after it has been sealed with tyre sealant. However, it is important to note that the tyre must be properly inspected and repaired by a professional before it is safe to use again.

A tyre that's been repaired with sealant will almost always need replacing, however small the puncture was. There's likely to be a restriction on how fast and how far you can drive on the repaired tyre.

Acrylic is among the only manufacturing materials that is inherently UV-resistant. It is a transparent plastic that suffers as little as 3% degradation over a 10-year period when used in outdoor applications. Acrylic also offers good scratch resistance, making it an excellent choice for long-term use.