Meet MAR 

Founded in 2013 by Michael and Raj, MAR Quality Protection began by serving automotive dealerships throughout the Bay Area. Recognizing a growing need among consumers to protect their new and used vehicles without the high dealership markups, MAR expanded in 2015 to serve retail customers directly.

Offering premium Paint Correction, Ceramic Coating, and Paint Protection Film (PPF) services, MAR quickly earned a reputation for exceptional quality and customer care.

In 2016, MAR opened its first shop in Fremont, CA. Due to increasing demand, the company relocated just a year later to a larger facility in Newark, CA—doubling its service capacity. Continued growth led to another expansion in 2019, moving to a high-visibility location on Cedar Blvd, adjacent to NAPA Auto Parts for customer convenience.

By the end of 2021, MAR further expanded by acquiring the neighboring suite, creating additional garage space and a comfortable new customer waiting area.

2022 marked MAR’s busiest and most successful year yet, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction. As MAR continues to grow, we remain dedicated to helping Bay Area drivers protect and preserve their vehicles for years to come.

What Does “MAR” Stand For?

The name MAR carries two meanings that reflect both our craft and our founders.

First, MAR refers to “marred paint” or “marring” — terms used to describe light surface imperfections such as swirls, fine scratches, holograms, or spider webbing. MAR Quality Protection represents our mission to help prevent and correct these imperfections, preserving every vehicle’s finish at the highest standard of quality.

Second, MAR also stands for our founders, Michael and Raj — the driving forces behind our company’s vision and values.

Originally known as MAR Quality Protection (or MAR QP), our clients soon began referring to us simply as MAR — a name we’ve proudly embraced for its simplicity and recognition.