The IONIQ 5's massive glass roof and panoramic windshield make ceramic tinting especially critical for EV range. We applied 70% ceramic film to the windshield and 35% to all side and rear windows — keeping the cabin cool so the AC works less and the battery goes further.
Yes. The IONIQ 5 has an enormous glass area — windshield, panoramic roof, and large side windows — that lets in significant solar heat. Ceramic tint reduces cabin heat load, which means the AC runs less and draws less from the battery, typically improving real-world range by 5–10%.
California allows any film on the windshield above the AS-1 line (top strip), and 70% VLT film on the full windshield is widely installed. We recommend 70% ceramic film for the windshield — virtually invisible but a huge heat blocker.
No. Our ceramic films are non-metallic and do not interfere with radar, cameras, LiDAR, or GPS systems used in modern EVs.
Yes — we offer mobile EV tinting throughout Carlsbad (92008, 92009, 92010, 92011) and all of North San Diego County including Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista.
Call Best Auto Tinting at (619) 768-9811 for a free quote. Mobile window tinting throughout San Diego County.