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AutoBrite Direct Very Cherry Non Acidic Wheel Cleaner

Dilutable non-acidic alloy wheel cleaner

AutoBrite Direct Very Cherry Non Acidic Wheel Cleaner

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Very cherry professional Strength Acid Free wheel cleaner contains a powerful blend of degreasers and cleaners to clean your wheels. A very effective, deep cleaning and high foaming cleaning agent that provides superb performance against even the worst dirt and grime on your wheels and tyres. Ideal to use on all modern painted & clear coated wheel finishes.

  • Acid-free alkaline wheel cleaner
  • Dilutes from 2:1 up to 20:1
  • Blend of degreasers and cleaners
  • High foaming, deep cleaning formula
  • Made for painted and clear coated wheels
  • Often pressure rinses clean without brushing
  • Biodegradable cleaning formula
  • Available in 500ml, 1L and 5L
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Very cherry professional Strength Acid Free wheel cleaner contains a powerful blend of degreasers and cleaners to clean your wheels. A very effective, deep cleaning and high foaming cleaning agent that provides superb performance against even the worst dirt and grime on your wheels and tyres. Ideal to use on all modern painted & clear coated wheel finishes.

In a lot of cases VCNA can be applied to the alloy wheel and then rinsed under pressure with no agitation needed, the power of this product makes light work of cleaning your alloy wheels even with the most stubborn brake dust, grime and dirt. In some cases, we recommend you apply to the alloy wheel and leave for a couple of minutes to penetrate into the dirt before agitating with your favourite wheel brushes.

If your vehicle has specialised finish wheels such as chrome or highly polished wheels do not allow the product to dry out. We do recommend you always try on an inconspicuous area before use. As always with all of the Autobrite range of products VCNA is bio-degradable and not harmful for the environment.

VCNA can dilute up to 20-1 for light cleaning, 10-1 for general cleaning and as low as 2-1 for heavy cleaning and degreasing to remove the most stubborn, baked on brake dust and grime.

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Key features

  • Acid Free
  • 20:1 Dilution
  • Alloy Wheel Cleaner
  • Degreaser Blend
  • Biodegradable

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Expert Notes

Very Cherry Non Acidic is the acid-free, alkaline wheel cleaner from Autobrite Direct, a blend of degreasers and cleaners that dilutes from 20:1 for routine washes down to 2:1 for baked-on brake dust. That range lets one bottle cover both maintenance washes and neglected wheels. It is made for modern painted and clear coated wheels and cleans the tyres in the same pass, and lighter dirt often pressure rinses away without brushing. Autobrite rules out unprotected bare metal, chrome and polished alloys, and it should only go on cool wheels and never be left to dry. Pair it with soft wheel brushes, a dedicated wheel bucket and a wheel sealant for easier future cleans.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Modern painted alloy wheels
  • Clear coated and lacquered wheels
  • Inner wheel barrels
  • Wheel nuts and bolt recesses
  • Tyre sidewalls
  • Wheels with baked-on brake dust

Caution: Autobrite advises against using it on unprotected bare metal, chrome or polished alloy wheels. Never apply it to hot wheels, and test an inconspicuous area first.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Non-Acidic Wheel Cleaner
Brand
Autobrite Direct
Suitable For
Modern Painted And Clear Coated Wheels, Tyres
Not Suitable For
Unprotected, Bare Metal, Chrome And Polished Alloy Wheels
Size
500ml, 1L, 5L
Formula
Alkaline, Acid Free
Foam
High Foaming
Dilution
20:1 Light, 10:1 General, 2:1 Heavy Cleaning
Dwell Time
A Couple Of Minutes Before Agitation
Active Blend
Degreasers And Cleaners
Wax Compatibility
Does Not Degrade Wheel Wax Or Sealant
Environmental
Biodegradable

How To Use

Application

  1. Make sure the wheels are cool and out of direct heat before you start.
  2. Dilute in a labelled spray bottle: 20:1 for light dirt, 10:1 for general cleaning or 2:1 for heavy brake dust.
  3. Working one wheel at a time, spray the wheel and tyre until fully covered.
  4. Leave it for a couple of minutes to penetrate the dirt, without letting it dry.
  5. Agitate the face, nuts and barrel with wheel brushes where dirt remains.
  6. Pressure rinse the wheel and tyre thoroughly.

Aftercare

  1. Rinse your wheel brushes in a separate wheel bucket between wheels.
  2. Dry the wheels once clean to avoid water spots.
  3. Check the barrels and repeat with a stronger dilution on stubborn areas only.
  4. Apply a wheel sealant once the wheels are clean and dry.
  5. Store the bottle tightly closed, upright and out of reach of children.

Top Tip: Start with the weakest dilution that does the job and only move towards 2:1 for baked-on brake dust.

Performance Benefits

  • Tackles stubborn brake dust and grime
  • High foaming deep clean
  • Can clean with a pressure rinse alone
  • Covers light to heavy cleaning jobs
  • Cleans tyre sidewalls too
  • Suits painted and clear coated finishes

Frequently Asked Questions

What dilution should I use?

Very Cherry Non Acidic dilutes up to 20:1 for light cleaning, 10:1 for general cleaning and as strong as 2:1 for heavy cleaning and degreasing baked-on brake dust.

Is it acid free?

Yes, Very Cherry Non Acidic is an acid-free wheel cleaner. Autobrite Direct describes it as an alkaline formula built on a blend of degreasers and cleaners.

Which wheels is it suitable for?

It is made for modern painted and clear coated wheel finishes. Autobrite advises against using it on unprotected bare metal, chrome or polished alloy wheels, and recommends testing an inconspicuous area first.

Do I need to agitate the wheels?

Not always. In many cases it can be applied and pressure rinsed with no agitation, but for stubborn brake dust leave it for a couple of minutes, then work it in with wheel brushes.

Will it strip my wheel wax or sealant?

No, Autobrite Direct states that Very Cherry Non Acidic does not degrade wheel wax or wheel sealant. Rinse it off thoroughly and never let it dry on the wheel.

Is this the same as the acidic Very Cherry wheel cleaner?

No, this is the non-acidic version. Autobrite Direct also makes a separate Very Cherry Acid Wheel Cleaner, which is a different product.

What sizes are available?

Very Cherry Non Acidic comes in 500ml, 1L and 5L. Because it dilutes up to 20:1, a small amount goes a long way on lightly soiled wheels.

Where can I buy it in the UK?

The Drivers HQ sells Autobrite Direct Very Cherry Non Acidic online with UK-wide delivery and at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Only use on wheels that are cool to the touch.
  2. Mix dilutions in a clearly labelled spray bottle.
  3. Do the wheels first so dirty spray never lands on washed paint.
  4. Never let the solution dry on the wheel.
  5. Test on an inconspicuous area before first use.
  6. Keep wheel brushes and buckets separate from paintwork tools.
  7. Wear chemical resistant gloves when mixing and spraying.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Autobrite Direct

Autobrite Direct is a UK car detailing brand founded in 2005 that describes itself as built by detailers, for detailers. Magifoam snow foam, Crystal glass cleaner and Tyregloss date from its early years. In 2026 the brand was relaunched by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited, of County Antrim, which had been the official Autobrite Direct reseller in Ireland; the earlier company, Autobrite Direct Limited, no longer trades. The new operator says it has brought back key legacy formulas and that the products are manufactured in the UK.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Autobrite Direct online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include Magifoam, Purple Velvet shampoo and Project 64.

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Shampoos. Purple Velvet is a pH neutral shampoo with a Juicy Fruit scent that dilutes up to 1500:1, a 10ml capful in 15 litres. Banana Gloss is pH neutral and kind to existing wax, and Ceramic Infused Shampoo adds a slick, hydrophobic layer, used at 400:1 in the bucket or straight onto the mitt. Wash with the Synthetic Wool Wash Mitt and a 20 litre Detailing Bucket in black or clear, each with a Gamma Seal lid and Dirt Guard; the Bucket Organiser fits most 20 litre buckets and holds bottles, mitts and brushes.

Wheels, tyres and decontamination. BriteGel is a lemon and lime scented, non-acidic wheel gel that clings to the wheel and tyre, and Very Cherry Non Acidic is a high foaming, acid free wheel cleaner for painted and clear coated wheels. Purple Rain is a ready to use gel fallout remover for wheels and bodywork that turns purple as it dissolves iron: do not dilute it, and keep it off damaged or unlacquered paint and alloys. Just The Tonic is a solvent tar and glue remover that also lifts sticker glue and, inside, ink, oil and chewing gum from carpets. Tyregloss is a cherry scented tyre dressing: a little for satin, more for high gloss.

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Protection and gloss. Prep-It removes polishing oils and residue before a coating, sealant or wax. Ultraslick is a polymer sealant for paint, glass, chrome and unpainted plastics in a 250ml atomiser bottle, and Carbanuba is a banana scented cream wax of carnauba, montan and microcrystalline waxes. Magiseal is a water based, SiO2 infused coating: 100ml with 400ml of water in a foam lance, or 25ml with 475ml in a trigger, rinsed straight off, for two to three months of protection. Project 64 is a pH neutral spray, wipe and buff gloss enhancer, Quickshine works as a quick detailer, waterless wash or clay lubricant, and Top Gloss is a wax drying aid. Apply them with the foam applicators, six to a pack, and polish bright metal with Metalworx.

Glass. Crystal has been in the range since 2005: a fast flash-off glass cleaner, safe on glass, mirrors and window tints. Clear View polishes away bug splatter, fallout and watermarks with no silicones or waxes, ready for Repel, a rain repellent that Autobrite says beads water off from around 30mph. Buff with The Enforcer, a 55 x 63cm, 300gsm glass towel.

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