Status Report
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Paint Durability White Paper
Vehicle Finish
The Paint Durability White Paper provides a compilation of published
durability issues collected from media sources including but not limited
to newscasts, technical journals, newspapers and public auctions.
1. Information is compiled by automaker, vehicle model, model year
2. The compilation is presented on geographical maps representing both
3. The paper contains graphics on the multiple layers that comprise a typical
4. Objective criteria used by the auto industry for durability is cited.
5. Paint Durability Defect Guide is included within the report.
and durability issues reported (ie: paint peeling, paint chipping, etc.).
the United States and the world.
vehicle's finish and the function that each layer provides.