Some projects are memorable because of the vehicle. Others are memorable because of the story behind it. This 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage gave us both. Over nearly a decade at Speed Projects Laboratory, we’ve worked with customers who have travelled significant distances to visit us in Richmond—from Vancouver Island to Northern Canada and even […]
Buying a brand-new vehicle after driving the same one for more than 15 years is a major change. For the owners of this 2026 Kia EV5, that change was even bigger: they weren’t simply replacing their longtime Nissan Murano—they were making the move into a new generation of fully electric vehicles. Their children already drive […]
Taking delivery of a brand-new vehicle means getting to enjoy its paint before years of road use have had a chance to leave their mark. It also makes that first period of ownership one of the best opportunities to protect it. This brand-new 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper Performance arrived at Speed Projects Laboratory in […]
The Porsche Macan has always occupied an interesting position in the performance SUV market. It offers the practicality and ground clearance expected from a compact SUV while retaining much of the responsive, performance-oriented character associated with Porsche. But for some owners, the factory ride height leaves room for improvement. This 2016 Porsche Macan S arrived […]
New vehicles may leave the dealership with flawless paint, but that finish immediately becomes exposed to rock chips, road debris, bug impacts and everyday wear once the vehicle hits the road. Recently, two brand-new 2026 Toyotas arrived at Speed Projects Laboratory in Richmond for paint protection: a 2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV and a 2026 Toyota […]
The refreshed Tesla Model Y — commonly known as the Model Y Juniper — arrives with significant changes to its exterior design, interior and overall refinement. But like most factory vehicles, there’s still room for owners who want a more aggressive stance and a more personalized appearance. This brand-new black Model Y Juniper arrived at […]
For owners of newer BMW performance vehicles, one of the biggest obstacles to ECU tuning hasn’t necessarily been the tune itself. It’s been getting access to the DME. Many newer Bosch DME8 and DDE8 engine control units use security measures that prevent conventional ECU flashing. Until recently, unlocking certain supported units meant removing the DME […]
The Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition already stands out before any modifications are made. Its heritage-inspired multi-colour exterior combines bold gloss-painted panels with contrasting satin-finished surfaces. That combination also created an interesting paint protection challenge: one type of PPF wasn’t the right solution for the entire vehicle. For this special Bronco, our SPL2 Paint Protection & […]
A Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the kind of car where performance, appearance, and preservation all matter. For this 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, the owner wanted to address all three. Rather than splitting the project between different specialty shops, the vehicle received a combination of mechanical, performance, and paint protection services at Speed Projects Laboratory in […]
Some of the most rewarding projects we complete are for clients who continue to trust us with each new vehicle they add to their collection. This Ruby Star Neo Porsche 911 GT3 Touring marks the fourth vehicle we have protected for this particular client. Previously, our team worked on his Audi SQ7, Porsche Taycan Turbo […]
