Carbon tint
Carbon (or dyed) window films use carbon particles to block UV and reduce glare. They're budget-friendly and offer solid UV rejection. The limitation is heat rejection — carbon films reduce some heat but don't match ceramic for infrared rejection.
Ceramic tint
Ceramic films (like XPEL PRIME XR) use nano-ceramic particles that reject infrared heat far more effectively — often without needing to darken the glass as much. You get heat rejection, UV protection, and glare reduction while maintaining better optical clarity.
Why it matters in Florida
Florida heat is relentless. A ceramic film can keep your cabin meaningfully cooler and reduce the load on your air conditioning — which is especially valuable on daily drivers and EVs where cabin comfort and efficiency both matter.
The clarity advantage
Because ceramic films reject heat through technology rather than darkness, you can run a lighter VLT and still get strong heat rejection. That means better visibility, especially at night, without sacrificing comfort.
What Auto Pro installs
We install XPEL PRIME CS (color-stable), PRIME XR Ceramic, and PRIME XR Blue Ceramic. We'll help you match the right film and shade to your vehicle and goals.