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By Jon Barnes • November 1, 2026
XPEL PRIME XR Plus ceramic window tint helps make this three-row Tesla more comfortable for drivers and passengers.
By Jon Barnes • October 31, 2026
Protecting a new vehicle from day one with XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS PPF and FUSION PLUS Premium v2 ceramic coating.
Technician installs paint protection film across the hood and front fender of a black car using
By Jon Barnes • October 29, 2026
Choose the right PPF installer in Cedar Park, TX. Compare workmanship, film quality, warranties, coverage options, and installation costs before deciding.
Technician applies ceramic coating to the front fender of a silver car with a foam applicator pad. T
By Jon Barnes • October 15, 2026
Ceramic coating can be applied over compatible PPF to improve water repellency and simplify maintenance. Understand the benefits for Cedar Park vehicles.
By Jon Barnes • October 3, 2026
See how a 2027 Tesla Model Y L tint appointment became a protection project with XPEL full-front PPF, XR Plus tint and screen protection.
By Jon Barnes • September 30, 2026
It's not often we have two generations of Corvette sitting side by side in our Cedar Park shop—especially when they're exactly ten model years apart. This 2016 C7 Corvette and 2026 C8 Corvette came to Blue Ocean Auto Spa at the same time for similar treatment: paint enhancement followed by XPEL FUSION PLUS PREMIUM V2 ceramic coating. The result made for a great photo. But what happened before those finished photos is the more important part of this project.  A ceramic coating can only perform over the surface underneath it. That's why we put so much emphasis on preparation before the coating ever touches the paint.
2027 Tesla Model Y L six-seater receiving XPEL window tint at Blue Ocean Auto Spa
By Jon Barnes • September 28, 2026
See our first 2027 Tesla Model Y L six-seater window tint project in Cedar Park, featuring XPEL PRIME XR Plus on the side glass and windshield.
By Jon Barnes • September 26, 2026
See how Blue Ocean Auto Spa protected a new Corvette Stingray with XPEL full-front PPF, FUSION CLASSIC ceramic coating and XR Plus window tint in Cedar Park.
Installer stretches paint protection film across the hood and front bumper of a gray sedan during
By Jon Barnes • September 23, 2026
Paint protection film is applied across the hood and bumper to create a clear protective layer against chips, stains, and everyday paint damage.
paint protection film vs vinyl wrap
By Jon Barnes • September 8, 2026
PPF and vinyl wrap serve different purposes for Cedar Park vehicles. Compare their protection, customization, durability, and value before choosing.
paint protection film installation on a truck
By Jon Barnes • August 28, 2026
Protect your truck or SUV from rock chips and road debris in Cedar Park. See which high-impact areas benefit most from paint protection film.
By Jon Barnes • August 24, 2026
A recently purchased 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE came to Blue Ocean Auto Spa in Cedar Park with a clear priority: the owner wanted relief from the intense sunlight, glare and heat they were experiencing while driving.  Rather than simply choosing one tint percentage for the entire car, we discussed the available options and recommended an XPEL XR Plus configuration tailored to the different areas of the Camry's glass.