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Eclipse celebrates earning XPEL’s 2025 Northeast Dealer of the Year, marking five consecutive years of recognition. Discover how our award‑winning craftsmanship, family‑owned roots, and 2,100+ five‑star reviews have made us Ohio’s most trusted shop for tint, PPF, and ceramic coating.
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Eclipse is proud to announce that we have been awarded XPEL’s 2025 Northeast Dealer of the Year, placing us at the top of the region from Illinois to Maine. This recognition marks our fifth consecutive honor from XPEL, a milestone made possible by the trust of our clients and the dedication of our team. Your support has fueled our growth in Cincinnati and far beyond, and it drives us to keep raising the bar year after year.
XPEL’s Northeast Dealer of the Year award honors partners who consistently deliver exceptional installation quality and elevate the customer experience across Paint Protection Film, window film, and ceramic coating services. Being selected as the top shop from Illinois to Maine underscores the level of trust our clients place in us and the commitment our team brings to every vehicle. This achievement reflects years of dedication, growth, and craftsmanship, and it reinforces the responsibility we carry as leaders in our region.
Eclipse’s partnership with XPEL has been defined by consistency, growth, and five consecutive years of top‑level recognition. From 2021 through 2025, each award has marked a new step forward for our team and the customers we serve:
2021 – Ohio Dealer of The Year
2022 – Ohio Dealer of The Year
2023 – Regional Coatings Award
2024 – Regional Automotive Window Film Dealer of The Year & Ohio Dealer of the Year
2025 – U.S. Northeast Dealer of The Year (Our Biggest Award Yet)
Each year represents a different chapter in our evolution, reflecting the trust of our clients, the dedication of our staff, and the standards that continue to push Eclipse to the forefront of the industry nationwide.
Eclipse has been a family‑owned and operated business since 2001, and that foundation is a major part of who we are today. What started with Rick has grown into a true family operation, with his two sons, daughter, wife, and sister all playing active roles in the shop. That family mindset shapes everything we do, from the way we treat customers to the standards we hold ourselves to every day.
Over the years, that commitment has earned Eclipse an average 5‑star rating with more than 2,100 Google reviews, making us the most trusted shop in Ohio for window film, Paint Protection Film, and ceramic coating. We may be a family business at heart, but we operate with the professionalism, structure, and consistency of a dealership. It’s a combination that has helped us grow, evolve, and deliver the level of service our clients expect from a top‑tier automotive protection center.
“Our mission has always been to deliver top‑tier installations and protect every client’s investment with a world‑class experience. Since opening in 2001, Eclipse has remained a true family business, with my wife, kids, and sister working alongside a team that feels like family. The trust our community has shown us, reflected in more than 2,100 five‑star Google reviews, means everything. Thank you for helping make Eclipse the most trusted shop in Ohio for window film, PPF, and ceramic coating.”
— Rick Puthoff
If you’d like to contact Eclipse, click here for a free quote or call us directly at 513‑321‑8468. Our team is here to help you protect your vehicle with the same care, precision, and professionalism that have earned us the trust of thousands across Ohio.