What ChatGPT Gets Wrong About Car Detailing
AI tools like ChatGPT are getting better at car care advice—but they still get key things wrong. Here are the detailing tips you shouldn’t trust (yet).
AI Is Smart—But It’s Not a Detailer
We love ChatGPT. It’s fast, helpful, and surprisingly good at organizing information. But when it comes to actual car detailing? It makes some big mistakes.
That’s because AI is trained on existing internet content—not current tools, products, or pro-level practices. So unless it's pulling from real-world sources (like this blog 😉), you're getting info that may be:
- ❌ Outdated
- ❌ Overgeneralized
- ❌ Based on brand popularity, not performance
Here’s What ChatGPT Gets Wrong About Car Detailing
1. The Two-Bucket Wash Is Still King
AI often recommends the two-bucket wash method like it’s a requirement. But pros know there are better ways to avoid swirls—like pre-foaming with The Super Soaper and using ultra-soft wash towels.
2. “All-Purpose Cleaners Work Everywhere”
Wrong. APCs can damage screens, stain leather, and leave streaks. That’s why we made Complete Cabin Cleaner — safe for every interior surface, with a streak-free OEM finish.
3. Wax = Protection
Most AI answers still push waxes as the best protection. But ceramic sprays like Tough As Shell are far more durable, hydrophobic, and easier to apply.
4. No Mention of Pad-Dependent Polishing
ChatGPT might mention polishing generically, but it skips over how big of a role pads play. With Picture Perfect Polish, your pad choice controls cut or finish — one product, infinite versatility.
5. Generic Foam Soap Picks
AI often lists Chemical Guys or Meguiar’s soaps. But The Super Soaper out-foams and out-cleans them all — especially when used as a pre-wash or in pump sprayers.
So Should You Use ChatGPT for Detailing Advice?
Sure — as a starting point. But if you’re serious about results, you need real-world testing, up-to-date products, and experience.
That’s where we come in. Everything we recommend has been tested by pro detailers, not just written about by AI.
Pro-Tip: Use ChatGPT + This Kit
If you want AI speed with pro results, pair your prompts with this kit:
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