For most of us, our cars are extensions of ourselves. They're like the clothes we wear and the way we present ourselves. The condition of one's car can, in most cases, tell a lot about its owner. For instance, a 30-year old car kept in pristine condition will probably belong to someone with high levels of discipline and commitment. On the other hand, a cockroach-infested new car covered in bird faeces doesn't speak too highly of its owner.

Despite what motivational quotes tell you, first impressions do matter. And the condition of your car plays a huge role in that. In order to keep it in showroom condition, you'll need to invest in proper tools such as Stoner Car Care's range of car grooming products.

Vinyls, plastics and leathers

The Trim Cleaner by Stoner Car Care is a product that quickly removes dirt, stains and grime from most interior surfaces such as vinyls, plastics and leathers. Its powerful foaming action also helps the product to stay in one spot instead of running and dripping all over the place. Simply spray some Trim Cleaner onto any interior surface and wipe that dirt and grime away.

Stoner's Trim Shine is a vinyl and plastic coating, which restores faded and dull-looking interior and exterior trims. Simply spray some Trim Shine onto your vinyls and plastics and you'll be good to go; no muss, no fuss.

Trim Shine comes in two application forms - aerosol and trigger spray. The manufacturer recommends applying the aerosol Trim Shine onto exterior surfaces of your car as it gives a shiny finish. For interior surfaces, it is best to go with the trigger spray Trim Shine as it is water-based, gives a matte finish and is non-greasy.

If you're in the market for a convenient cleaner and conditioner, look no further than Stoner's Leather Cleaner. Despite its name, the Leather Cleaner's triple action formula cleans, conditions and protects leather surfaces. It removes clothing dyes, body oils and environmental grime, and protects against Ultra Violet damage. The Leather Cleaner doesn't contain harmful solvents and can even be used on vinyls.

Wheels and tyres

Keep your wheels looking brand new with the Stoner Wheel Cleaner, which is made from a fast-acting foaming gel that removes brake dust, grease and road grime; leaving a high-gloss finish. Simply spray some Wheel Cleaner onto your rims, let it sit for a few minutes and hose down. If needed, use a wheel brush to get into those hard-to-reach spots.More Shine is the brand's spray-on tyre coating, which keeps your tyres looking their best within seconds. This product works the same way as Trim Shine in terms of how it is applied. Simply spray some of it onto your tyres after your regular car wash and watch as your tyres steal the limelight from the rest of the vehicle. If you happen to get some More Shine onto your rims, fret not, all you have to do is wipe away the non-harmful product.


Invisible Glass

On top of aesthetics, a clean and clear windscreen also provides better visibility of the road ahead, as well as other road users. Certain glass cleaners aren't effective in keeping car surfaces free from hazing or streaking. Hazing and streaking are caused by residual coating that leave noticeable marks on an otherwise transparent-looking glass surface.

The Glass Cleaner by Stoner's Invisible Glass lineup doesn't cause any hazing or streaking, leaving windscreens looking invisible (no pun intended). Not only that, Stoner's Glass Cleaner can also be applied onto head lights, windows, tinted windows, mirrors, as well as interior glass surfaces.

Of course, once your windscreen is spick and span, you'll have to apply a rain repellant. The Invisible Glass Rain Repellent improves visibility by preventing water sheeting and causing water beading, which forces rain water to separate into tiny beads that quickly roll off your windscreen. A study in the U.S.A has even shown that rain repellant improves driver response times by up to 25 percent.

If the process of using a glass cleaner and separate rain repellant is too much of a hassle for you, Stoner also offers a two-in-one glass cleaner and rain repellant called the Invisible Glass Clean & Repel. However, the manufacturer doesn't recommend applying the Clean & Repel onto interior surfaces as it may cause some fogging. A good time to apply the Clean & Repel is after a bi-weekly car wash.

For stubborn stains, Invisible Glass also offers a Water Spot Remover, which eliminates water spots, bug splats, sap, salt spray and road grime from your windscreen.

Say no more fam, show me where

Stoner Car Care products are relatively new to the Singapore market and can be purchased through selected channels. They can be purchased from Stoner's principal in Singapore - Teck Cheong Hardware - at its brick and mortar store, located at Blk 5022 Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 2, #01-29, Singapore (569525).

Teck Cheong Hardware is open from 8:30am to 5:30pm from Mondays to Fridays, and from 8:30am to 12:30pm on Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Alternatively, you can head over to TChub or Lazada to make an online purchase. For more product information, please visit the Stoner Car Care or Invisible Glass websites.