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Austin’s Premier Auto Protection & Performance Integration Hub

Beyond the Standard: Elite Vehicle Protection, 3M™ Crystalline Tint, and Advanced Security for Austin’s High-Value Platforms.

Led by Master Technician Robert Gonzales with over 30 years of expertise. Trusted by over 300+ 5-star reviewed owners to deliver 'no-shortcut' installations for Hellcats, luxury builds, and high-performance vehicles

Sunshades Tint & Sound is a North Austin, Texas–based car and truck enhancement center specializing in window tinting, car alarms, radar detectors, dash cameras, truck accessories, and high-end audio systems, all installed professionally at our Austin Car Audio Design Studio located on highway 183 South at Oak Knoll.  Next to Bank of America.  We serve drivers across Austin and throughout Texas with expert electronics integration and vehicle upgrades.  Are you looking for EV upgrades for your drive?  Sunshades is your local source for all 12 Volt and Mobile car electronics. Exclusive Luxury products for your high valued sedan or supercar.  Come and see the extreme difference in heat reduction between Xpel and Crystalline. Our showroom is equipped with heat demonstration boxes that will make you say Wow! We invite you over for the ability to feel the difference in heat reducing crystalline window films.  

Austin’s Trusted Vehicle Upgrade Shop Since 2006

Welcome to Sunshades Tint & Sound — Austin’s trusted window tint, car audio, and radar expert since 2006. With over 32 years of combined experience and more than 20,000 vehicles tinted, we are the preferred partner for local dealerships and long-standing clients who expect precision, reliability, and clean factory-style installations.

Why is Crystalline so expensive, It reduces the heat like no other film on the market.  Its an Optical film that focuses on the Infrared Spectrum of the suns rays.  UV damaging rays can cause skin cancer and many other skin conditions when left to absorb the Texas sun.  Don't get burnt this summer.  Call Sunshades for your best experience in window tinting in Austin, TX. 

 

Is a Medical exception available from your local physician?  Ask us how.

Do not pay someone for what your Doctor will be happy to provide. 

If you still want darker than legal window film ask yourself is it worth it?

Would the ticket be something you are willing to accept, anything under 25% VLT( visible light transmission) will not pass Texas state inspection if installed on the front two doors of your vehicle. 

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Did you know, With the advancements in film you do not have to go dark for the heat to be reduced. 

Let us show you the 3M difference and you be the judge.  

Stunningly clear and will block more heat than the darkest budget film options.

Ask us why we are the leaders in the Austin area for car and truck tinting solutions in Texas.  With 3M we are the best choice for the heat and the UV benefits in Solar avoidance. Many other films come close , it comes down to the look and the feel.  

Professional Vehicle Enhancement Services in Austin, TX

We provide complete, in-house installation services including:

  • Window Tinting — Premium 3M window films installed to Texas standards

  • Car Audio Systems — High-end sound systems for cars, trucks, and boats

  • Radar Detectors — Stealth radar and laser detector integration

  • Car Alarms & Remote Start — Vehicle security and convenience systems

  • Dash Cameras — Front and rear camera systems with clean wiring

  • Truck Accessories — Steps, running boards, tonneau covers, and upgrades

  • Paint Protection Film & Ceramic Coating — Preserve and protect your vehicle

  • Do you need residential or commercial film for your office?  We offer solar reducing options for homes and businesses.  Flat glass solar control is a phone call away.  

Precision Window Tinting with Premium Materials

Our shop specializes in professional window tinting using high-performance 3M films, trusted for heat rejection, clarity, and long-term durability. Every install is computer-cut and professionally finished to ensure clean edges and consistent results.  Our micro edge rollups are the standard in luxury aesthetics at Sunshades.  Ask about the frameless edge installation methods we can offer. 

High-End Car, Truck & Marine Audio Installations

Sunshades Tint & Sound is known for custom car and marine audio systems, offering expert tuning, fabrication, and electronics integration. From daily drivers to performance vehicles and boats, we design systems that balance sound quality, reliability, and aesthetics.  utilizing our @peel3d scanners we can 3d scan and reverse engineer a new part for your project.  3D printed in house on our Bambu industry proven printers.  Do you need marine decking for our boat?  We supply and install Eva Foam decking to the likes of Seadeck owners across the highland lakes. 

Car Alarms, Remote Start, Radar & Dash Cam Installation

Protect your investment with professionally installed car alarms and remote start systems, often paired together for added security and convenience. We also install radar detectors and dash cameras, integrated cleanly into your vehicle without exposed wiring or aftermarket clutter.  Do you own the # 1 most target vehicle for theft amongst the Mopar Models?  TRX , Challenger, Charger with the Hellcat Motor.  SRT. Ask us why we are the preferred installer for these highly stolen units.  Has your car been stolen, not with our Secure Push To Start Installation methods.  They can not program what they cannot turn on.  Even if you have the Hub-Lock from Mopar you can step up the security for these cars.  Our system is an added option they cannot defeat, not knowing how or where to look thieves are on to the next one allowing yours to stay yours

Mopar Advanced Security options available here for your jailbreak, demon or TRX!  Do not wait, our clients will tell you they wished they had not. 

Marine Audio & Electronics for Austin & the Highland Lakes

We also specialize in advanced custom marine audio systems, night vision radar adaptive solutions, and electronics integration for boats operating on Lake Travis and throughout the Highland Lakes region. Marine-grade materials ensure durability in demanding environments.  NMEA electronic integrations performed by our advanced technicians. 

Proudly Serving Austin & Central Texas

Sunshades Tint & Sound is located in North Austin and proudly serves clients across Austin and Central Texas, including surrounding cities and lake communities. Customers travel statewide for our expertise in tint, audio, radar, and vehicle electronics.  Out of state clients can arrange shipment to us for the services we offer.  Email directly to Info@austinsunshades.com. 

Upgrade Your Vehicle with Confidence

Whether you’re looking to improve comfort, sound, security, or protection, Sunshades Tint & Sound delivers expert solutions under one roof. Contact us today to discuss your vehicle upgrade needs.  We want to earn your business! 

  • Sunshades Tint & Sound

  • 12538 Research Blvd, Suite B

  • Austin, TX 78759

  • Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

  • Sat: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Sun: Closed

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