Tony Kiger Talks FIT’s New Foundation
New curriculums. New booklets. New outbound trainers. And an open invitation to the entire industry. Autobahn, Hüper Optik, and Edge’s Focused Industry Training (FIT) Program has been re-engineered from the ground up. Covering automotive window film, architectural window film, paint protection film (PPF), and ceramic coatings, FIT is forging the next generation of industry pros. […]
Kelly John Forges a Name in Flat Glass
In 2017, 24-year-old Kelly John was in the middle of a major life transition, stepping into the construction field as an Insulation Crew Supervisor. His dream of becoming a professional window tinter was suddenly put on hold after a family member’s health issue pulled him home. “I was tinting cars in Phoenix, Arizona,” Kelly shares. […]
Harnessing the Haze: Tylor Solis Transforms His Trajectory With Tint
Tylor Solis’ phone was buzzing nonstop at Edge’s 2025 Dealer Conference in Atlanta, Ga.—long before he was named one of three Edge Dealer of the Year award winners. “My wife kept texting, ‘Did you win? Did you win?’” Tylor shares. “When I won the award, she was the first person I sent a photo to. […]
Autobahn, Hüper Optik, and Edge’s 2025 Dealer Conference: Award and Competition Winners
David Kratz, CEO of Autobahn, Hüper Optik, and Edge, awarded notable dealers during 2025’s Dealer Conference at The Factory Atlanta in Atlanta, Ga. In addition, Autobahn hosted its second annual window tint and PPF competitions. (Nazir Award): Eliu Albelo (Autobahn Awards) • Regional: Scott Nagasawa • Regional: Tyler Lingo • Regional: Shadeau Bartrum • Regional: […]
Eliu Albelo Honored With Nazir Award of Excellence
Autobahn, Hüper Optik, and Edge are proud to announce Eliu Albelo, Owner of Best Deal Window Tint in Orlando, Fla., as the recipient of 2025’s Nazir Award of Excellence. Named in honor of Faisal Nazir, the prestigious award recognizes those who have made their mark across the window film, paint protection film (PPF), and detailing […]
Stephen Cuevas’ Search
At 17, Stephen Cuevas dropped out of high school and made two big promises to his mom. “I had a big head,” he admits. “I told her, ‘Don’t worry, I’ll get my GED, and everything will be fine.’” But life hit hard from 17 into his early 30s. “My 20s were a nightmare,” Stephen says. […]
Vernon Ball’s Journey of Grit and Growth
Social media has united thousands of window film industry professionals, creating a space where installers connect through the highs of busy seasons and the lows of slow seasons. It’s where successes are celebrated, struggles are shared, and window tinters—new and seasoned—find a sense of community, support, and belonging. But these platforms—open 24/7, 365—often double as […]
Progress Over Perfection: Bruce Slusser Celebrates 305-Pound Weight Loss Journey
In 2017, Bruce Slusser weighed in at 556 pounds. “My darkest moment came when I was diagnosed with sleep apnea, kidney disease, and high blood pressure, one after another,” Slusser shares. “It was a harsh wake-up call that brought to light the consequences of my unhealthy lifestyle.” Sitting in a doctor’s office in his hometown […]
Quickness Versus Quality: Collectors Car Spa Takes the Slow Lane
The latest social media sensation is just a click away, while your next grocery haul is just a curbside pickup away. The latest blockbuster movie just landed on a subscription service, while your favorite artist has released their third album in as many years—available instantly for streaming. And if you’re missing a pair of earbuds […]
Tint Fam Launches Live Game Show on Facebook
Media and entertainment platform Tint Fam hosted its inaugural live game show on Facebook on Thursday, March 28. More than 10 window film industry professionals competed in the event, showcasing their knowledge of the segment. Raising Industry Awareness “I’m always trying to find ways to make window tint more relatable to people on a larger […]