The Tesla Cybertruck rewrites automotive design with 30X cold-rolled stainless steel that laughs at door dings and hailstones. Yet owners quickly discover the trade-offs:
Raw steel doesn’t rust through, but it absolutely scratches, stains, and dulls—and the finish isn’t covered by Tesla’s paint warranty. That leaves one permanent, warrantied defense: KAVACA™ Paint Protection Film (PPF) from Ceramic Pro Indiana County.
Key takeaway: PPF is a 200 µm invisible shield that stops scratches and rock chips before they touch the metal.
Hazard | Local Source | Damage Without PPF |
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Coal & rail dust | Homer City power-plant trucks | Orange iron specks (tea-stain) in steel grain |
Winter brine & cinders | PennDOT plows on PA-56 | White salt crust + fine gouges |
Loose chip-seal gravel | Spring repairs on US-119 | Micro-dings that oxidize grey |
Bird bombs & bug guts | Blue Spruce Park oaks | Acid rings that etch brushed finish |
ATV ramps & cargo | Bed loading at campsites | Long tailgate scratches |
Curious onlookers | Belt buckles at Sheetz | Random vertical scuffs |
Stainless is corrosion-resistant thanks to a chromium-oxide layer, but:
Layer | Function |
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Ceramic-Infused Top Coat | Hydrophobic & self-healing—light swirls vanish with warm water or sunlight. |
TPU Core (~200 µm) | Flexes to absorb 60 mph gravel and low-speed door dings without cracking. |
Optically Clear Adhesive | Bonds to stainless; peels clean at resale. |
Edge-Seal Tech | Steam-wrapped edges block moisture through freeze–thaw cycles. |
Self-Healing Demo: Key the sample, heat with a hair dryer—scratch disappears in < 30 s.
Optical Clarity: 0.1 % light scatter—FSD cameras remain razor-sharp.
Package | Coverage | Warranty | Cybertruck Price* |
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Front Impact Shield | Bumper, hood, A-pillars, fenders, headlights | 12 yrs | \$2 195 |
Adventure Plus | Front Shield + rockers, rear hips, tailgate, bed walls | 12 yrs | \$3 295 |
Full Exoskeleton | Every exterior panel + tonneau lid | 12 yrs | \$6 495 |
*Includes digital warranty, free 30-day check-up, and \$150 bundle discount when paired with a Ceramic Coating, Window Tint, or Windshield Film.
Shop Time
Front Shield 6 h • Adventure Plus 10 h • Full Body 2–3 days (complimentary Model 3 loaner).
Interval | Task | Pro Tip |
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0–48 h | No washing | Let adhesive cross-link. |
Day 3–7 | Touch-less rinse only | Skip mitts first week. |
Monthly | Hand wash ≤ 1 200 psi | pH-neutral soap; straight-line microfiber strokes. |
Quarterly | Iron-remover on lowers | Coal dust melts off in 3 min. |
Annually | Free edge audit & hydrophobic booster | 20-min stop while you Level-2 charge. |
Avoid brush tunnels—rotating bristles can lift seams.
5-Year Ownership • \$100 000 Cybertruck • US-119 Commute
5-Year Expense | Unprotected | Matte Wrap | Adventure Plus PPF |
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Quarterly polish/degrease | \$200 ×4×5 = \$4 000 | — | \$0 |
Fingerprint detailing | \$75 ×10 = \$750 | — | \$0 |
Tea-stain removal | \$500 | — | \$0 |
Wrap + re-wrap (yr 5) | — | \$6 800 + \$4 500 | — |
Lost weekends (20 h/yr @ \$25) | \$2 500 | \$600 | \$0 |
Total 5-yr Spend | \$7 750 | \$11 900 | \$3 295 |
Savings: \$4 455–\$8 600 and 100+ reclaimed leisure hours.
Our Josephine bay protects Cybertrucks from:
Ready to delete scratches, salt stains, and fingerprint anxiety? Call (724) 487-5404 or glide to ceramicproindiana.biz/contact-us to book Front Shield, Adventure Plus, or Full Exoskeleton coverage—summer EV bays fill fast!
1. Does PPF alter the raw-steel look?
KAVACA is optically clear; it adds a subtle satin sheen without hiding grain direction.
2. Will film mess with Autopilot cameras or ultrasonic sensors?
No—0.1 % light scatter keeps FSD vision pristine, and TPU is RF/IR-neutral.
3. Can I ceramic-coat the film later?
Yes—bundle now for \$150 off, or add Ceramic Pro within 12 months (we credit 75 % of initial labor).
4. How soon before pressure-washing?
After 7 days; keep nozzle 12″ away, angle ≤ 45°.
5. Financing options?
0 % split-pay (half now, half at pick-up) or 6-month PayPal PayLater on any package.
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