Car Wax Ratings
Add shine and protection to your vehicle with car wax. Car wax offers a great way to protect your car from scratches and hazing, so you can keep your vehicle looking its best.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best car wax.
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Our ratings include liquid or gel and paste wax. Among other attributes, overall scores include test results for gloss improvement, durability, ease of application and removal, scratching/hazing, and compatibility with plastic.
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