Many people choose auto glass tinting for their vehicles because it makes their vehicle look dark, sleek and even a little mysterious, but there are many other benefits to tinting the windows of your car from UV Protection, Reducing Heat, Reducing Glare, Privacy & Security.
Our large range of car tinting films from Lumar and Solar Gard all come with New Zealand manufacturers Warranties & offer legally acceptable protection from glare and the effects of the sun. They also act as safeguard against the heating effects of the sun, and adds an extra layer of glass insulation in the winter or summer. Our tints can reduce the sun’s rays by up to 83% keeping you and your family safe when travelling during those scorching hot days. And don’t forget, our tints helps prevent skin cancer and sunspots.
Shades and Colours of Auto Glass Tinting
We have a variety of shades, colors(hues) and properties available across our film range, most of the differences between film ranges are subtitle hues and refection’s that you need to see in person to appreciate, We are always happy to show the differences in our films and find the right one for you.
The darkness of window tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%), which is simply the percentage of light the tint allows into the vehicle. The lower the percentage, the darker the look of the tint.
SoundX will work with you to determine what shade of tint is legal for your vehicle and best fits your lifestyle.
Get The Right Advice on NZ’s Tinting Laws
We are always up-to-date with NZ’s sometimes confusing tinting laws and can guide you to get the best result from your new film, Most cars & wagons are MA class and can only have 35% tint legally, while most Vans, Utes & SUV’s can have any shade past the drivers windows.
Below is the current NZTA laws on tinting but they can very from vehicle to vehicle, Eg: A brand New Toyota Rav4 can be both a MA class (2WD model) or an MC class (4WD model)
Note: The minimum VLT for any windscreen is 70% but no films are allowed be fitted.