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One thing I have to question. If manufacturers are going to produce coatings that last longer, won't that affect their long term sales? I mean, people won't be repainting as often.

I’ve read a lot of car reviews. I’ve never come across a comparison based on how long the paint lasts. It’s probably not a common criteria for purchase decisions.

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Posted by Jax-Tiger

Vero Beach, FL

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Posted on 4/28/26 at 7:23 pm to Willie Stroker

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I’ve never come across a comparison based on how long the paint lasts. It’s probably not a common criteria for purchase decisions.

Thats my point. Buyers won't care, but if the car last 5 years longer because it doesn't rust, then the manufacturer doesnt get a turnaround as fast.

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Posted by BDE

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Posted on 4/28/26 at 9:43 pm to Jax-Tiger

Sparc just halted trading ahead of a major update. LINK

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Posted by masoncj

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Posted on 4/28/26 at 10:14 pm to BDE

Would love to see this shoot over a $1 quickly

Glad I got my shares in last week

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Posted by Willie Stroker

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Posted on 4/28/26 at 10:23 pm to Jax-Tiger

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Thats my point. Buyers won't care, but if the car last 5 years longer because it doesn't rust, then the manufacturer doesnt get a turnaround as fast.

It still sounds like you’re talking about new car buyers who make the initial purchase decision. But it sure seems like it’s used car buyers who will wait until the body panels rust, at which time they might sell it only to buy another used car.

I don’t see how this affects new car purchases at all. We keep cars 20-25 years. None of them have ever rusted before we sold them to buy another new car.

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