Shine Supply Hot Shot is a pH neutral car wash soap designed for high-volume washing, delivering rich, shaving cream-like suds and safe cleaning for regular maintenance.
Hot Shot is built for detailers and enthusiasts who need a dependable car wash liquid that performs consistently without breaking the bank. Its formula strikes the balance between cleaning strength and surface safety, breaking down dirt and grime while preserving waxes, sealants, and other traditional protection. Unlike harsher detergents, it does not strip away what you’ve applied, making it perfect for routine maintenance washes.
The suds are the standout feature. Hot Shot produces a dense, shaving cream-style lather that clings to the surface and suspends dirt particles in a cushion of foam. This lubrication reduces friction during the wash process, making it safer on paint and helping prevent swirl marks. Whether you are using it in a wash bucket or running it through a foam gun, the foam output is thick, consistent, and long-lasting.
Another advantage of Hot Shot is its practicality. This car shampoo can be used in direct sunlight, as long as you work panel by panel and don't let the soap dry on the surface. The cherry fragrance makes every wash session more enjoyable, adding to the experience without interfering with performance.
Hot Shot is not designed for regular washing of ceramic coated vehicles, as repeated use can wear coatings down prematurely. If you are working on a coated car, Shine Supply Shift is the better choice, offering a purer formula that preserves coatings. For everything else (waxed, sealed or bare finishes), Hot Shot is an excellent everyday car wash detergent that combines strong foam, safe cleaning, and affordability.
Features
- Thick Foam Output: Produces rich, shaving cream-style suds that cling and lubricate.
- pH Neutral Formula: Safe on paint, chrome, aluminium, plastics, waxes, and sealants.
- Sun Friendly: Can be used in direct sunlight if you work panel by panel and don't let it dry on the surface.
- Protection Friendly: Cleans effectively without stripping existing waxes or sealants.
- Foam Gun & Bucket Ready: Works best when used in a foam gun or wash bucket.
- Cherry Scented: Pleasant fragrance that makes maintenance washing more enjoyable.
- Not for Coated Cars: For regular washing of ceramic coated finishes, use Shine Supply Shift instead.
Dilution & Directions
Foam Gun or Foam Cannon:
- Add 60–120 mL (2–4 oz) of Hot Shot to your foam gun or foam cannon bottle and fill the rest with water.
- Apply an even layer of foam, allow it to cling briefly, then wash with a soft mitt.
Bucket Wash:
- Add about 120 mL (4 oz) of Hot Shot to a wash bucket and fill with water.
- Agitate to create thick, rich suds.
- Wash panel by panel, rinsing mitt frequently.
- Rinse thoroughly and dry with a microfiber towel or blower.