Automotive Protection Services

Automotive Protection Services Northern Virginia’s Total Vehicle Protection Center. Rust prevention, ceramic coatings, PPF, window tint, interior protection, bedliners & fleet services.

Serving Fairfax and the surrounding region since 1979. Automotive Protection Services (APS) is Northern Virginia’s Total Vehicle Protection Center, providing a complete ecosystem of vehicle preservation and protection services. Unlike single-service shops, APS delivers integrated solutions including rust prevention and undercoating, ceramic coatings, paint protection film (PPF), window tint, inter

ior protection, spray-in bedliners, fleet services, and automotive accessories. With nearly 50 years of experience serving Fairfax and the surrounding region, APS is recognized as a leader in professional undercoating and long-term vehicle protection. Our highly trained technicians deliver consistent, high-quality results while tailoring protection strategies to how customers actually use their vehicles. Whether protecting a new vehicle, preserving a daily driver, extending the life of work trucks, or maintaining fleet vehicles, APS provides structured protection systems designed for real-world driving conditions.

07/17/2026

Hey Fairfax… The Ultimate Guide to Ceramic Coating is here.

If you're considering ceramic coating for your vehicle, take a few minutes to learn how it actually works before making your decision.

We created The APS Guide to Automotive Ceramic Coatings because too much of the information online is designed to sell a product—not educate the customer. This guide explains what ceramic coating really is, what it protects against, what it doesn't, why paint preparation matters, and how to compare ceramic coatings to waxes, sealants, and Paint Protection Film.

Whether you're protecting a brand-new vehicle or preserving one you've owned for years, this guide will help you make an informed decision based on facts—not marketing.

📘 Read the guide here:
https://apsrustandtint.com/automotive-ceramic-coating-guide/

At Automotive Protection Services, we believe the best vehicle protection starts with knowledge.

07/15/2026

The dog days of summer are here.

The Fourth of July is behind us. The All-Star break is here. The World Cup Final is this weekend. Football hasn't started. School is still out. It's easy to feel like everything has slowed down.

But while life feels like it's on pause, Mother Nature is still hard at work.

☀️ UV rays continue to fade paint and interiors.
🐞 Bug acids continue to etch clear coat.
🌳 Tree sap, pollen, and road grime continue to build up.
💦 Moisture and humidity continue to attack vulnerable metal surfaces.

Your vehicle doesn't get a summer vacation.

Whether it's time to refresh your existing protection or finally invest in it for the first time, now is the perfect time to think about protecting one of your biggest investments.

✔️ Undercoating
✔️ Window Tint
✔️ Ceramic Coating
✔️ Paint Protection Film (PPF)

Don't wait for "next month." Protection works best when you stay ahead of the damage.

📍 Automotive Protection Services
Fairfax, VA

07/06/2026

Save $250 at APS in Fairfax.

The Fourth of July may be over, but at APS the celebration continues through July 11.

For a limited time, bundle IGL Kenzo Ceramic Coating with Autobahn Black Ceramic i3 Window Tint and save $250.

This premium protection package helps keep your vehicle looking newer longer, keeps your interior noticeably cooler, blocks harmful UV rays, and makes washing dramatically easier.

Reserve your package today with just a $50 deposit, then schedule your installation when it's convenient for you.

⏳ Offer ends July 11. Don't miss your chance to save!

📍 APS Automotive Protection Services

Fairfax, VA

📞 (703) 591-0900

🌐 APSRustAndTint.com

07/01/2026

**Hey Fairfax - Save $250 with our Premium Ceramic Bundle! 🇺🇸**

To celebrate America's **250th birthday**, we're giving you **$1 back for every year** when you bundle two of our most popular premium protection services.

✔️ IGL Kenzo Ceramic Coating

✔️ Autobahn Black Ceramic i3 Window Tint

Together, they help protect your vehicle inside and out by keeping your paint looking incredible, making maintenance easier, reducing interior heat, blocking harmful UV rays, and making every drive more comfortable.

💲 **Save $250**

📅 Reserve your package by **July 11**

💵 Secure your savings with just a **$50 deposit**

🗓️ Schedule your installation later—your discount is locked in when you reserve before July 11.

Whether you just bought your dream car or you're planning to keep your current vehicle looking its best for years to come, this is one of the best opportunities of the summer to invest in long-term protection.

📍 Automotive Protection Services
Fairfax, Virginia

📞 (703) 591-0900

🌐 APSRustandTint.com

Protect What Moves You.

06/26/2026

Heading out of town for the Fourth of July?

While you're making memories with family and friends, don't let your second vehicle spend the week sitting in the driveway.

Leave it with us instead.

Whether you've been thinking about window tint, ceramic coating, paint protection film, rustproofing, or a professional detail, your vacation is the perfect time to get it done. When you return, your vehicle will be cleaner, better protected, and ready for the rest of summer.

You enjoy the holiday.

We'll take care of the car.

📍 Automotive Protection Services
📅 Appointments available before the Fourth—reserve yours today!
Call (703) 591 0900
APSRustandTint.com

06/16/2026

Hey Fairfax, want to improve the way your car feels?

Most people think window tint is about appearance.

And it is.

But what drivers often notice most is the comfort.

Less glare.
Less squinting.
Less heat.
A more enjoyable drive.

Whether you're commuting on I-66, heading through Tysons, or sitting in a school pickup line, premium ceramic window tint can make every mile a little better.

📍 Fairfax, VA
📞 (703) 591-0900
🌐 apsrustandtint.com

06/12/2026

Searching for window tint near me?

The closest tint shop isn't always the best choice.

Located near Fairfax Circle, Patriot Harley-Davidson, Draper Park, and the new Wawa in Fairfax, APS makes professional window tint installation easy and convenient.

Need transportation? We can often help with a ride home, a Metro drop-off, or assistance arranging Uber or Lyft service.

Premium ceramic window tint.
Professional installation.
Serving Northern Virginia since 1979.

📍 Fairfax, VA
📞 (703) 591-0900
🌐 apsrustandtint.com

06/11/2026

Hey Fairfax,

How many hours do you spend inside your vehicle every week?

Now ask yourself this:

Shouldn't that space be comfortable?

Window tint isn't just about appearance.

It's about creating a more relaxing place to spend your commute.

Less glare.

Less squinting.

Less visual fatigue.

A better drive to work.

A better drive home.

The best enhancements don't shout.

They simply make life better.

📍 Fairfax, Virginia

📞 (703) 591-0900

06/09/2026

CERAMIC COATING vs CERAMIC WINDOW TINT

Sometimes they get mixed up, but they are not the same thing.

✔ Ceramic Tint = Heat rejection, UV protection, glare reduction

✔ Ceramic Coating = Paint protection, easier maintenance, enhanced gloss

Same word.

Different purpose.

For many vehicles, they work best together.

Questions? Give us a call.

📍 Fairfax, VA

📞 (703) 591-0900

🌐 APSRustAndTint.com

06/05/2026

Hey Fairfax — Pop Quiz:

Which is better: Paint Protection Film or Ceramic Coating?

Wrong.

The answer is neither.

And both.

Let me explain.

Paint Protection Film is designed to absorb abuse.

Rock chips.
Road debris.
Bug acids.
The everyday hazards that can damage your paint.

Think of PPF as armor.

Ceramic coating has a different job.

It helps resist contamination, enhances gloss, and makes washing and maintenance easier.

Think of ceramic coating as a shield.

Armor and shield.

Different jobs.

Better together.

That's why many APS customers choose PPF for high-impact areas like the bumper, hood, mirrors, and rocker panels, then add ceramic coating to protect and enhance the entire vehicle.

The result?

Less damage.
Easier maintenance.
A vehicle that stays looking newer for longer.

Because protecting your paint isn't about choosing a winner.

It's about building the right protection system for the way you drive.

📍 Automotive Protection Services – Fairfax, VA

📞 (703) 591-0900

🌐 apsrustandtint.com

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3170 Draper Dr, Unit #8
Fairfax, VA
22031

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 7:30am - 5pm

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