At The Tint Station here in Panama City FL, we’ve tinted it all—sedans, trucks, show cars, you name it. But recently, we’ve had a noticeable uptick in a different kind of vehicle: side-by-sides. Specifically, models like the CFMOTO UFORCE XL Pro Highland. These machines come equipped with real factory glass, which makes them ideal candidates for some serious protection upgrades.
We’ve worked on several of these UTVs lately, and each one has proven how much they benefit from the same treatments we apply to full-size vehicles. Here’s an example of one that’s been tinted by another shop.
Built for Work. Still Deserve Protection
Side-by-sides take a beating. They’re used in sun, heat, sand, brush, and mud—often all in the same day. Window tint isn’t just about style here. It keeps the interior cooler, reduces glare, and protects surfaces (and riders) from relentless UV exposure.
For the UTVs we’ve tinted, we installed Llumar film. It’s a solid choice for this environment—durable, heat-rejecting, and reliable under rough conditions. Whether the vehicle is fully enclosed or open with a windshield and doors, tint adds immediate comfort.
Why PPF Makes Sense
UTVs might be rugged, but their paint still takes damage quickly, especially on narrow trails or job sites. Tree limbs, brush, and daily use leave their mark. We applied paint protection film to high-impact zones like the front clip, door edges, and rocker panels.
No one was bringing these in were babying their machine. But they also didn’t want it to look trashed after the first few runs. PPF helps preserve the original finish while letting owners use their UTVs the way they were built to be used.
Ceramic Coating = Faster Cleanups
After a few rides, everyone had the same takeaway: ceramic coating makes cleaning up way easier. These rigs get filthy fast, and ceramic helps water and grime slide off with less effort.
Beyond the easier rinse, it adds gloss and long-term UV protection. It’s a good finishing touch if you want your UTV to stay looking good between washes.
Just Getting Started?
We don’t sell side-by-sides, but we see them more and more—especially from local folks who just picked theirs up and want to protect it from the start. Some of them have come from down the road at Adrenaline Rush Motorsport. Not part of any promotion—just riders trying to take care of their new gear.
If your UTV has factory glass, consider tint. If you run tight trails, think about PPF. If you want to spend less time scrubbing it clean, ceramic helps. None of these upgrades are flashy—they’re functional.
Come by The Tint Station, the best window tinting choice in Panama City, Florida, if you want to see what we’ve done or talk through what might make sense for your ride.