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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.
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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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