2025 was a big year for the Ask-a-Pro Blog, with our contributors delivering fresh, practical content throughout the year. From articles covering foundational tips for those just getting started to deeper dives into modern correction and protection techniques, our authors covered it all. This recap rounds up some of the standout articles from each contributor, making it easy to revisit these past posts from the entire year. No matter where you are in your detailing journey, there is something here worth checking out again.

Here are some stat highlights:

• 155 New Posts
• Most Popular Post of the Year: How Much Should Paint Correction Cost?
• Most Popular Categories:
  1. Imperfection Removal
  2. Decontamination
  3. Protection

Rodney Tatum

• Mirror Reflections Auto Spa – Celebrates 10 Years Of Professional Auto Detailing
• Is Detailing Worth It? What Is Your Perception Of Detailing
• 2025 Burnout Treatment
• Paint Protection Film (PPF): A Business Owners Perspective Not Talked About
• Exterior Detailing & Polishing: Quick Tips

Reece @ DI

• Restoring Severely Faded Headlights: Pads, Polishes, and Protection
• How to Properly Apply SiO2 Based Spray & Rinse Sealants
• What is That? Common Contaminants & How to Remove Them
• Detail Smarter, Not Harder: Building a Streamlined Car Care Kit
• Pump? Pass. The IK e Foam Pro 2 Does It Better

Mike @ DI

• Leaf Blowing Snow Off Your Car
• Product Review: McLaren Car Care Dashboard Cleaner
• DIY Detail Tire Dressing, P&S All Dressing, & TireBib – Honda CRV
• New Detailer Buckets!

Michael Mankarious

• Sustainability in Car Care: What Being NTA-Free Means
• Air Freshener vs A/C Cleaner: What Actually Removes Car Odor?
• Winter Car Prep: Stay Protected This Season

Don Paradis

• The Development of Optimum No Rinse (ONR) Hyper Foam
• A New Take on the Decontamination Wash

Jordan Mincey

• The Science Behind Gtechniq Coatings

SEMA Show 2025 Wrap-up