CarPro New Products 2022: What They Released and Whether They Delivered

CarPro released several notable products in 2022 that expanded their lineup in meaningful ways, particularly in the ceramic coating maintenance and paint correction categories. If you are evaluating what CarPro brought to market that year and whether any of it belongs in your detailing kit, the standouts are Eraser II, Reset Shampoo, and the Reload EVO spray coating, each of which addressed real gaps in their previous lineup.

This guide covers the key CarPro 2022 product releases, what problems each one was designed to solve, how they perform in practice, and where they fit alongside CarPro's established lineup of professional detailing products.

CarPro's 2022 Product Focus: Maintenance and Accessibility

In 2022, CarPro shifted a portion of their development focus toward making their professional-grade chemistry more accessible to enthusiast detailers working at home. Their earlier lineup had been heavily geared toward professional installers with products like Cquartz UK 3.0 requiring controlled application environments and certified applicator training. The 2022 releases leaned toward consumer-accessible options that still used professional-grade chemistry.

This made sense strategically. The enthusiast detailing market in the US and Europe was growing, and buyers who wanted CarPro quality without requiring professional help represented a significant underserved segment.

Eraser II Panel Wipe

CarPro updated their Eraser panel prep product to version II in 2022. Eraser is used before ceramic coating application to remove silicone residue, polishing oils, and surface contamination that would prevent the coating from bonding properly to the paint.

Eraser II uses a refined solvent balance that evaporates more cleanly than the original, reducing the risk of streaking on dark paint during prep. It comes in a spray bottle and is applied with a clean microfiber in overlapping wipes. One panel at a time, inspect under a paint inspection light to confirm no residue remains before coating.

At approximately $15 to $18 for 500ml, it is an affordable but important part of any ceramic coating application. Using an inferior or incompatible panel prep product before a coating is one of the most common reasons for ceramic coating failure, so the update to Eraser II addressed a real concern for DIY applicators.

Reload EVO Spray Ceramic Coating

Reload has been in CarPro's lineup for years as a spray SiO2 maintenance product. The EVO version released in 2022 brought significant chemistry updates. The core change was a higher SiO2 concentration combined with a cross-linking polymer network that produces better durability than the original Reload.

Reload EVO is used in two ways. As a post-wash spray-on-wipe-off product applied to damp paint after washing, it provides 3 to 6 months of ceramic protection in a single application. As a top-up for existing ceramic-coated surfaces, it refreshes hydrophobic performance and adds a thin additional protective layer.

The application process is simple enough for any detailer: spray onto one panel at a time, spread evenly with a microfiber applicator, wait 30 to 60 seconds, then buff off with a second clean microfiber. No cure time required. You can apply it in direct sunlight or shade without the flash-time concerns of full ceramic coatings.

Price is around $25 to $35 for 500ml, which makes it competitive with other spray SiO2 products in this segment. For enthusiasts who want real protection without the complexity and cost of a professional coating, Reload EVO is one of the stronger options available. You can see how it compares to professional application costs in our best professional ceramic coating for cars 2022 guide.

Reset Car Shampoo

Reset was CarPro's 2022 answer to a specific problem: shampoos that degrade ceramic coatings over time. Many car shampoos, even pH-neutral ones, contain additives that gradually reduce the hydrophobic performance of ceramic coatings. Reset was formulated to be genuinely coating-safe while also providing a mild SiO2 refresher with every wash.

Reset produces moderate suds with high lubricity. It rinses cleanly without residue. At a 1:500 dilution (about 4ml per 2 liters of water) it is extremely economical. A 1-liter bottle costs approximately $18 to $22 and provides enough shampoo for 500 washes at full dilution.

The practical test for any ceramic-safe shampoo is whether water beading behavior on your coated surfaces changes over time. With Reset used weekly, most detailers report stable or improving hydrophobics on their coated surfaces, rather than the gradual degradation seen with standard shampoos.

What This Means for Ceramic Coating Maintenance

If you have a professionally applied ceramic coating from CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0 or any other quality brand, using a coating-safe shampoo like Reset, combined with a Reload EVO application every 3 to 6 months, is the optimal maintenance strategy. This approach extends the effective life of a professional coating from the rated 5 to 7 years closer to the upper end of that range.

PERL Coat Plus

CarPro's PERL plastic, engine, rubber, and leather protectant was updated in 2022 with an improved formula for leather applications. The updated PERL Coat Plus contains a higher concentration of conditioning agents that penetrate leather more effectively than the original, reducing the greasy feel that some detailers noticed with the first version.

PERL Coat Plus is still the same multi-surface protectant at its core. It conditions and protects exterior plastics and rubber trim with a satin finish that resists UV fading. On engine bay plastics, it restores faded covers to a like-new appearance. On leather, the 2022 formula conditions without leaving a slick surface that attracts dust.

Dilution ratios: - Leather: 1:3 to 1:5 - Rubber trim and tires: 1:1 to 1:2 for glossy, 1:5 for satin - Engine bay plastics: 1:1 for initial application, 1:3 for maintenance

A 500ml bottle runs $15 to $20. At the dilution rates for most applications, a single bottle covers extensive use.

IronX Snow Soap

CarPro released IronX Snow Soap in 2022 as a combined snow foam and iron fallout remover. This addresses a workflow complaint from professional detailers and enthusiasts who previously needed to run a separate iron decontamination step after their initial snow foam pre-wash.

IronX Snow Soap combines the surfactant chemistry of a traditional snow foam with the pH-shifting iron-dissolving agents from the standalone IronX product. The soap produces a thick foam in a foam lance and turns purple on contact with ferrous iron contamination during the dwell time. After rinsing, iron deposits from brake dust and industrial fallout are removed alongside the loose surface contamination.

This is most useful for vehicles that accumulate significant iron contamination, particularly those driven frequently in urban environments or near industrial areas where airborne iron fallout is a regular problem. Silver and light-gray vehicles often accumulate iron deposits without visible evidence until you run an iron remover and watch it turn purple across the entire panel.

At around $18 to $25 for 500ml concentrate, it saves a step in the pre-wash process. If you are currently running a separate snow foam pass followed by a rinse and a separate IronX pass, this consolidates both into a single foam application.

CarPro Spotless Water Deionizer

The Spotless is not a chemical product but a water filtration system CarPro released in their 2022 lineup expansion. It uses ion exchange resin to remove dissolved minerals from tap water before it contacts your vehicle, eliminating the mineral deposits that cause water spotting on paint and glass during the final rinse stage.

The Spotless connects inline between your garden hose and rinse nozzle. As water passes through the resin, calcium, magnesium, and other minerals are removed to near-zero TDS (total dissolved solids). The result is a spot-free rinse that requires minimal or no drying.

The resin is consumable. A single cartridge handles approximately 150 to 200 gallons of water before needing replacement, depending on tap water hardness in your area. Replacement resin runs about $30 to $40 per cartridge. In areas with very hard water, the cost savings on avoiding water spot removal compound quickly.

Knowing current professional pricing for the complete ceramic coating system helps evaluate the DIY vs. Professional decision. Our auto detailing prices 2022 guide breaks down professional service costs for context.

FAQ

Is CarPro still making Cquartz UK 3.0 in 2022? Yes. Cquartz UK 3.0 remains their flagship professional ceramic coating as of 2022. The 2022 product releases were additions to the lineup, not replacements for the existing core products.

Can I use Reload EVO on a non-CarPro ceramic coating? Yes. Reload EVO is an SiO2 spray coating that works as a top-up or standalone protection on any painted surface, regardless of whether it has an existing ceramic coating from CarPro or another brand. The SiO2 chemistry bonds to the clear coat or existing coating surface regardless of manufacturer.

Is CarPro IronX Snow Soap as effective as standalone IronX? For regular contamination, yes. For vehicles with severe iron buildup or specific wheel cleaning needs, the standalone IronX at full strength is more potent. IronX Snow Soap is designed for regular maintenance decontamination, not remediation of heavily contaminated surfaces.

Where can I buy CarPro products in the US? CarPro products are available from their US distributor at carpro.us, from Chemical Guys retail locations, Amazon, and specialty detailing retailers like Detailed Image and Autogeek. Purchasing from authorized distributors ensures you receive current product formulations with full warranty support.

Takeaway

CarPro's 2022 lineup additions were practically useful rather than purely cosmetic line expansions. Reload EVO, Reset Shampoo, and Eraser II are worth adding to any detailing kit that includes or plans to include a ceramic coating. IronX Snow Soap saves a workflow step for regular users. If you were already using CarPro products before 2022, these updates improve the system without requiring you to change your core approach. If you are starting from scratch, Reset and Reload EVO are a sensible introduction to the brand.