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AutoBrite Direct Banana Gloss Concentrated Shampoo

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Banana Gloss PH neutral Shampoo actively helps to maintain protective wax layers on your car. A luxurious foaming action also greatly increases the lubricity of the wash solution, which minimises the risk of inflicting fine scratches during the washing process, while the gentle nature of the formula means that it will not degrade existing wax protection. Suitable to use on even delicate clear coat surfaces. The gloss enhancing formula will leave your vehicles paintwork looking slick !

  • pH neutral maintenance wash formula
  • Will not degrade existing wax protection
  • Luxurious foam adds lubricity to the wash
  • Reduces the risk of fine wash scratches
  • Gloss enhancing formula for a slick finish
  • Banana fragrance while you wash
  • 500:1 dilution, 20ml per 18L bucket
  • Suitable for delicate clear coat paint
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Banana Gloss PH neutral Shampoo actively helps to maintain protective wax layers on your car. A luxurious foaming action also greatly increases the lubricity of the wash solution, which minimises the risk of inflicting fine scratches during the washing process, while the gentle nature of the formula means that it will not degrade existing wax protection. Suitable to use on even delicate clear coat surfaces. The gloss enhancing formula will leave your vehicles paintwork looking slick !

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Key features

  • Banana Scent
  • pH Neutral
  • 500 To 1
  • 500ml Bottle
  • Wax Safe

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Expert Notes

Banana Gloss is Autobrite Direct's pH neutral maintenance shampoo, sold here in a 500ml bottle. It is concentrated to 500:1, which works out at 20ml, or two capfuls, per 18 litre bucket, and the foaming formula adds lubricity to the wash solution to reduce the risk of fine scratches. Because it will not degrade existing wax protection, it suits regular washes on cars that are already waxed, including delicate clear coats, and the gloss enhancing formula leaves a slick finish. We would use it after a snow foam or citrus pre-wash, with two buckets and grit guards, a soft wash mitt and a microfibre drying towel, then follow with a detailing spray or wax top-up when needed. The banana fragrance is a bonus.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted body panels
  • Delicate clear coats
  • Waxed paintwork
  • Paint with existing protection
  • Cars and vans
  • Two bucket hand washes

Caution: Do not wash in direct sunlight or on hot panels, and rinse off all shampoo before it can dry on the paint.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Car Shampoo
Brand
Autobrite Direct
Size
500ml
Dilution
500:1, 20ml Or 2 Capfuls Per 18L Bucket
pH
Neutral
Scent
Banana
Formula
Gloss Enhancing, Wax Safe
Suitable For
Clear Coat Paintwork, Including Delicate Finishes
Application Method
Bucket Wash With A Wash Mitt
Primary Use
Regular Maintenance Washing
Product Code
AD-BANANAGLOSS

How To Use

Application

  1. Pre-wash the vehicle first to remove as much loose dirt as possible before any contact.
  2. Add 20ml, which is about two capfuls, to an 18 litre wash bucket for the 500:1 ratio.
  3. Agitate the solution with a hose or pressure washer to build the foam.
  4. Wash from the roof down with a clean wash mitt, using minimal pressure.
  5. Rinse the mitt regularly in a separate rinse bucket fitted with a grit guard.
  6. On warm days, wash and rinse one panel at a time.

Aftercare

  1. Rinse the whole vehicle thoroughly, including panel gaps and door shuts.
  2. Dry the vehicle as soon as possible with a clean microfibre drying towel.
  3. Top up gloss with a detailing spray or wax when required.
  4. Rinse your buckets and mitt, and store the bottle capped, upright and away from heat.

Top Tip: Add the shampoo before filling the bucket with a hose, as the moving water builds the foam for you.

Performance Benefits

  • Adds lubricity to the wash solution
  • Minimises fine scratching while washing
  • Leaves a slick, glossy finish
  • Gentle on delicate clear coats
  • Cleans and maintains as it goes
  • Foams up with moving water

Frequently Asked Questions

How much shampoo do I use per wash?

Use 20ml, or two capfuls, per 18 litre bucket. This is Autobrite Direct's 500:1 general use ratio for Banana Gloss.

Is Banana Gloss pH neutral?

Yes, Autobrite Direct describes Banana Gloss as a pH neutral shampoo. It is designed to help maintain protective wax layers rather than strip them.

Will it remove my wax?

No, the maker states the gentle formula will not degrade existing wax protection. It is intended for regular maintenance washes on protected paint.

What does it smell like?

Banana Gloss has a banana fragrance, as the name suggests.

Is it suitable for delicate paint?

Yes, the maker states it is suitable to use on even delicate clear coat surfaces. As with any new product, test on a small hidden area first.

What size is the bottle?

This Autobrite Direct Banana Gloss is a 500ml bottle of concentrated shampoo.

What should I use with it?

Pair it with a snow foam or citrus pre-wash, two buckets with grit guards, a soft wash mitt and a microfibre drying towel. A detailing spray or wax can add extra gloss afterwards.

Where can I buy Banana Gloss?

You can order it online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Pre-wash with a snow foam or citrus pre-wash before any contact.
  2. Measure 20ml per 18 litre bucket rather than pouring by eye.
  3. Use two buckets, each fitted with a grit guard.
  4. Wash from the roof down and leave the lower panels until last.
  5. Rinse your wash mitt after every panel.
  6. Avoid washing in direct sunlight or on hot paint.
  7. Dry straight away with a clean microfibre drying towel.
  8. Order with UK-wide delivery or visit our Ilkeston, Derbyshire walk-in store.

The Brand

Autobrite Direct

Autobrite Direct is a car detailing brand that describes itself as built by detailers, for detailers. It was originally founded in 2005 and, in its own words, grew from a small UK operation into a recognised name within the global detailing community. In 2026 the brand entered a new chapter, now operated by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited, and key legacy products and formulations have been brought back. Its range covers wheel and tyre care, interior and exterior cleaning, decontamination, and finishing polish, wax and protection, and the brand states that its products are formulated and manufactured in the UK.

The Drivers HQ stocks Autobrite Direct across the wash, correction and protection stages. For washing there are snow foams, Citrus Wash Multi Purpose Cleaner as a pre-wash, and shampoos including Banana Gloss Concentrated Shampoo and Ceramic Infused Shampoo, backed by wheel cleaners, detailing buckets with a lid and dirt guard, and the Detailing Kit Bag. Paint correction is covered by the Correct It range, from Restore Cutting Compound to Enrich Correct Polish, with cutting and microfibre polishing pads. Paint sealants, quick detailers, Ceramic Shield Magiseal and Carbanuba wax protect the finish, while Crystal Glass Cleaner and Clear View Glass Polish look after the glass.

Autobrite Direct suits enthusiasts putting together their first proper wash kit as well as detailers who want products that work together from start to finish. A typical routine starts with snow foam and a pre-wash to loosen dirt before any contact, followed by a careful hand wash using a bucket fitted with a dirt guard. Where the paint needs it, machine polishing with a compound and the right pad comes next, before a sealant, wax or ceramic spray protects the finish. Glass products and the Alcantara Cleaner then take care of the windows and the interior.

Buy Autobrite Direct from The Drivers HQ with tracked UK-wide delivery, or use free Click & Collect from our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Whether you are topping up a favourite shampoo, replacing a worn polishing pad or building a complete wash and protection kit from scratch, you can combine Autobrite Direct products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Autobrite Direct says everything it does is driven by real-world experience: understanding what actually works, what consistently delivers results and what makes the process of car care better. Its stated aim is to create products that professionals can rely on and enthusiasts can enjoy using, combining performance, consistency and ease of use in every formulation.

The brand was originally founded in 2005 and built its reputation on high-performing products, practical solutions and a loyal customer base. In 2026 it entered a new chapter, now operated by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited. According to the brand, key legacy products and formulations have been brought back, manufacturing partnerships reinstated and production aligned with strict quality and regulatory standards.

Autobrite Direct states that its products are developed and validated in-house, and formulated and manufactured in the UK using high-quality raw materials. Its focus, in its own words, is UK manufactured products that work properly, every time.

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Glass Care, Wash and Paint Correction

Crystal Glass Cleaner has been part of the Autobrite Direct range since 2005 and, according to the brand, was one of the first products it developed. Its high flash-off formula is designed to be sprayed, wiped and buffed, and the brand describes it as safe for all glass, mirrors and window tints. For heavier contamination, Clear View Glass Polish removes bug splatter, grease, fallout and stubborn stains from glass, and contains no silicones or waxes.

On the wash side, Autobrite Direct describes Citrus Wash as a powerful yet gentle pre-wash and all-purpose cleaner infused with citrus oil, diluted to suit anything from light cleaning to degreasing. BriteGel is a sticky, non-acidic wheel cleaning gel that clings to the wheel and tyre with less run-off, and Ceramic Shield Magiseal is a water-based, SiO2 infused coating that can be applied through a foam lance or with a trigger sprayer.

For paint correction, the Correct It range pairs compounds and polishes with dedicated pads. The brand describes Enrich as a medium machine polishing compound that removes car wash scratches, swirl marks and light oxidation, and as a one-step cut and finish compound for most paint finishes. The Drivers HQ stocks it alongside Restore Cutting Compound, the Autobrite Cutting Pad and Correct It PRO microfibre polishing pads.

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