LAS VEGAS — GardStrike today introduced GardStrike Security Film at the 2026 SEMA Show, bringing automotive restyling shops a new product category designed to fit naturally into businesses already installing window film and other automotive aftermarket products. Engineered to slow forced entry through vehicle glass, GardStrike Security Film combines intrusion resistance with the benefits customers already expect from premium automotive window film, including heat rejection, privacy, interior protection and 99% UV protection. For professional installers, GardStrike offers more than another film to put on the shelf. It gives shops a fundamentally different value proposition to offer their customers: security. For businesses already installing automotive window film—or technicians comfortable removing and reinstalling door panels—much of the skill set and equipment needed to offer GardStrike is already in the shop. "Window tint has traditionally been sold around heat, privacy and appearance. GardStrike gives installers an entirely new reason for a customer to protect their windows," said Adam Cote. "If you already know how to tint or you're comfortable taking apart a door, you already have most of the skills and tools needed to add this category to your business. It gives shops an opportunity to offer something fundamentally different from traditional window film." Designed to slow down an intrusion Automotive side glass can be one of the easiest points of entry into a vehicle. GardStrike Security Film is designed to resist impacts from objects such as baseball bats, hammers and rocks and help hold damaged glass together rather than allowing it to immediately collapse into the vehicle. By making the window more difficult to penetrate, GardStrike is designed to slow an attempted intrusion and create an additional barrier between the outside world and the people and property inside the vehicle. That can provide additional protection against smash-and-grab theft, vehicle theft and situations where occupants themselves may be at risk. Security plus the benefits of premium window film Security is the primary purpose of GardStrike Security Film, but it isn't the film's only benefit. The film also provides privacy, heat rejection and 99% UV protection while helping protect vehicle interiors from UV-related fading and deterioration. That combination gives installers the ability to offer customers the everyday benefits they already understand from premium window film while introducing an entirely new reason to purchase it. A new category for an existing business For many automotive shops, adding a new service means new equipment, unfamiliar installation methods and extensive technician training. GardStrike was designed to fit into the capabilities many tint and restyling businesses already have. Installers experienced with automotive window film will recognize many of the tools and techniques involved. Technicians comfortable removing and reinstalling automotive door panels already possess another important part of the required skill set. For shops, that creates an opportunity to add a new revenue stream while differentiating themselves in an increasingly competitive automotive window film market. Instead of competing solely on darkness, heat rejection, warranty or price, GardStrike gives installers another conversation to have with customers: security. See GardStrike Security Film at SEMA SEMA attendees can experience GardStrike Security Film at Booth #52101 in the West Hall throughout the show and learn how automotive security film can be added to an existing tint, restyling or automotive protection business. Professional installers interested in offering GardStrike Security Film can meet with the GardStrike team at SEMA to learn about the product, installation process and opportunities for their business. About GardStrike GardStrike develops professional automotive security products designed to provide added protection for vehicles and their occupants. Its product portfolio ranges from NIJ Level III-rated ballistic glass and vehicle armor to automotive safety and security film, providing security solutions for a wide range of vehicles, applications and protection needs. Media Contact Sam Azizian VP of Marketing sam@ceramicpro.com 858-414-8577 Press Release Type: Company: Ceramic Pro Elite Dealer Booth #: 52101 Show Categories: Collision Repair & Refinish Power Sports & Utility Vehicles Restoration Marketplace Restyling & Car Care Accessories Wheels & Accessories Media Contact Name: Sam Azizian Media Contact Email: sam@ceramicpro.com Media Contact Phone: 858-414-8577 Photo Gallery: 102821