Dry Apply PPF + More from SEMA

This year SEMA brought more than connections. We showcased over 10 new products and two whole new product lines that will revolutionize the automotive industry and tap into new markets altogether. We are constantly developing new technology to protect what you love and to make what you love, yours. That just became a little easier with our AIRFORCE, dry-apply Paint Protection Film and STEK Marine line.

AIRFORCE Dry Apply PPF

Paint Protection Films are traditionally installed wet, using slip and stick solutions. This allows for excellent clarity and very intentional positioning of the PPF. The downside however is the ability to quickly wrap every edge and corner, as the solution has to be flushed out and sometimes dried before the panel can be finished. This is especially prominent in color change PPF, a rapidly growing niche of our industry.

That’s where AIRFORCE dry apply comes in. Under our FORCESHIELD line, AIRFORCE is a line of colored PPF that has our new proprietary air-channel adhesive. This means that the PPF can (and should) be installed dry. This adhesive is common in the vinyl world but has not landed itself on many true PPF’s before AIRFORCE.

Vinyls are a thinner, PVC material and some are even being laminated with TPU, the thicker more durable base material PPF’s are made from. Our AIRFORCE is 100% TPU though, providing the same world class protection many have learned to love as our DYNO series, sharing a 10-year warranty, and its own hydrophobic and self-healing topcoat.

One major difference between the AIRFORCE Color PPF and DYNO’s Fashion Films is that DYNO uses automotive-grade paints for coloration, making for extremely rich colors that have depth and luster that don’t fade out. The AIRFORCE uses pigment which allows for extremely vibrant color and rapid development of more colors just with slightly less luster. That difference does mean that the AIRFORCE films come in at a lower price, allowing more people access to color-change PPF which is game changing.

STEK Marine – Growing New Industries

We all share a passion for craftsmanship, and boat owners are precisely the same. That’s why your sport boat, fishing boat, or yacht deserves to be protected, too. STEK is launching our full marine line of products to protect and enhance your marine vessels in early 2026. Gel coat and boat maintenance is no joke, often taking weeks and thousands of dollars every year. With STEK Marine, your investment is protected, maintenance is minimized, and your time on the open waters is not only more enjoyable, but also increased.

STEK Marine, introduced at SEMA, will offer our AQUAshield, Marine Protection Film (MPF). It also introduces our AQUAcoat, Marine Ceramic Coating, and AQUAshade, a shrink-free (non-shrink) Window Tint safe for polycarbonate and glass alike. The MPF will have a 3-5 year warranty and protect from scratches, dock rash, common wear and UV. AQUAcoat will further protect from UV and make washing a lot easier with its hydrophobic, water-beading property.

The AQUAshade is a ceramic-level tint made from TPU, so it installs like PPF but gives you excellent heat rejection. A lot of boats do not have traditional glass, and heat from shrinking traditional tint can damage the surface. AQUAshade is safe for any surface and provides a lot more comfort in the cabin, while protecting your skin and your boats interior from UV.

The Cars & People

New products weren’t the only thing to revel in, though; we had show-stopping cars, two of which were unveiled in our booth. We also had a great time with clients, meeting a lot of you face-to-face, and hanging out with some of our favorite influencers.

One of our partners this year has been Jake Schnatter, a young influencer who has excellent taste in cars and protection. He had already been getting STEK applied to his vehicle before we met him, which made this relationship a no-brainer. The hard-working man brought in a crowd of people for our meet-and-greet, where we had posters showing off his Huracan with its new twin-turbo setup. Thanks for swinging by Jake!

We also got a visit from Tintstitute’s Austin Cook, who has been a big fan of our window tint and PPF, and helped people get their first hands-on experience with our tint while in the STEK booth.

The Zupra (Supra Z4 M Conversion)

One of the stars of the show was Golden Wrench’s Z4 Supra Conversion. Every detail of this vehicle was meticulously designed to be the BMW Z4 M many of us wish we had access to. From the front, you would think this was a factory BMW, under the hood, it rocks the BMW powertrain with a finely tuned 500whp. It sits on custom BBS wheels and our DYNOtanzanite, blue-purple color-shifting PPF. The result was the making of a fan favorite for many influencers like Larry Chen and guests alike.

The Offroad Super Car – Elevato

Commissioned by GlasWerks Special Operations, this first-of-its-kind V12 Super Car was outfitted to be a mean off-road machine. It got a lot more than big tires to earn this badge, though. Under its smooth body lines and PTS protected in DYNOshield, it has fully custom carbon underbody protection.

The control arms, half-shafts, and suspension were completely redesigned to double the ground clearance, get 8-10 inches of wheel travel, and ultimately re-engineer the geometry for off-road performance. The engine was also given some breathing room with a custom exhaust and an additional 78whp, bumping it all the way to 768HP because NA V12 torque is hard to beat. Photos above in partnership with Kahn Media.