Superior Auto Protection

Genuine Rust
ProtectionGuaranteed Heavy Duty

Advanced marine-grade rust proofing for every vehicle — built to stop corrosion in Australia's harshest conditions.

Technician spray-applying Vitacare rust protection to a vehicle underbody

The Product

What is Rust Protection?

In its simplest form, Genuine Rust Protection involves spraying various wax and bitumen-based coatings to the chassis, underbody and inside the upper body panels to stop rust and corrosion. Spray-on coatings like Vitacare stop rust by forming a barrier between the metal surface and the salt, moisture and air.

VITACARE® Genuine Rust Protection is suitable for all vehicle types and will provide long-term and effective corrosion protection even in the harshest conditions.

4x4 crossing water on an off-road track

Is it for you?

Who Needs Rust Proofing?

If your vehicle meets salt, water, dust or chemicals, it's a candidate for protection.

Recreational 4×4 & off-road enthusiasts
Trailer boat owners
Frequent beach users
Fishermen & water sports enthusiasts
Campers & caravanners
Coastal residents
Commercial vehicles carrying corrosive chemicals
Vehicles used in farming & aquaculture
All mining, industrial & exploration vehicles
SUV driving through dusty off-road terrain

The Risk

Do I Need Rustproofing?

90% of Australians live, work
or play in high-corrosion areas

"Many car owners underestimate the potential for rust to develop in their vehicle!"

If you tow a boat, regularly park near the beach, or even just park your car outside in a coastal suburb, chances are high your vehicle will be affected by corrosion. And it doesn't take long for surface rust to appear — in some cases within a month or two. Vehicle under-bodies, in particular, are often "out of sight and out of mind" but they'll be in direct contact with dirty or salty water, moist salt-laden air, chemical spills and many other hazards that cause rust and corrosion.

The Formulation

About the Product & Process

VITACARE® Genuine Rust Protection is a highly advanced bituminous and wax-based coating containing marine-grade rust inhibitors, designed to prevent the formation of structural rust in both new and pre-owned vehicles. It remains flexible, is guaranteed not to crack or peel, and is impact and abrasion-resistant.

When spray-applied to metal, it forms a seal over the surface. Because the surface is now sealed, it becomes airtight and watertight — significantly reducing the ability for the rusting process to occur.

Conforms to Australian Standard AS2662.2

Application Guide — areas typically treated

  • The entire chassis, both inside and out
  • The complete under body and cabin floor
  • Lower cavities of the front and rear guards
  • Wheel arches, fuel, air and hydraulic tanks
  • Engine sump, transfer casing, drive line, axles and differentials
  • Suspension components, brake housings and steering arms
  • Fixing points for tow bars, bull bars and side steps

Why Vitacare

Product Benefits

Perforation Protection

Protects the vehicle against perforation rust from the window level down.

A Safer Vehicle

Rust can compromise structural integrity — which is why all states require vehicles to be free of structural rust to comply with roadworthy/fitness laws.

Higher Resale Value

Maximises the future resale value — rust in a vehicle can significantly reduce its re-sale value.

Heavy-Duty Coating

Tested to 1000 hours in a salt-spray chamber — stays flexible and won't crack, peel or chip.

See it in action

Application Video

The video shows each step of a typical rustproofing application. (Note: the brown product colour shown has been superseded with black.) The thick rust-preventative coating has been tested to 1000 hours in a salt-spray chamber and is designed to prevent rust formation, stay flexible and not chip.

Our Clients

Ford Mitsubishi Nissan Kia Toyota Hyundai

For all sales enquiries, please contact your preferred automotive dealership.

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