automotive world embraced " delirium tremens"- from year to year, the white color is increasingly crowding out other shades. If five years ago it accounted for 22%, then in 2016 its share is already 37%. At this pace, in the near future, the palette of manufacturers of car enamels will become much scarcer. As is already happening in China, where 57% of cars are painted white. But in Russia, as usual, . According to the Avtostat agency and the Global Automotive 2016 Color Popularity Report prepared by Axalta Coating Systems, a global manufacturer of car enamels, white is not the most popular color in our country.

10th place. Yellow

In Russia, yellow and gold colors account for 2% of cars, most of which work in taxi fleets. In the wake of the popularity of services, VW even added to the palette last year Polo sedans special yellow shade - Savanna. In addition to checkered cars, this color is popular with owners Audi sports cars TT (Vegas Yellow) and Porsche 911 (Racing Yellow).

In the world, yellow cars make up 3% of the total. The largest proportion of "canaries" in China - 5%.

9th place. Blue

Blue cars in Russia are bought a little more often than yellow ones. Their share is a little over 2%. Among the cars painted in the color of the sky, crossovers (Island Blue) and Suzuki Vitara(turquoise metallic), as well as Nissan sedans Almera (RAQ).

In the world, the blue color is listed in the category of autoexotics. Only in Japan, its share reaches 1%, in other countries it tends to zero.

8th place. Green color

Green cars account for 3.2% of our total sales. Electric cars do not fall into their number, since their “greenness” is associated with environmental friendliness, and not body color. The most sought-after green tint cars are (lime), Skoda Rapid(Rallye) and Renault Duster(khaki).

The popularity of green in the whole world is three times lower than in Russia. It accounts for 1% of cars. With the exception of South America, where greens occupy 5% of the car market.

7th place. Brown color

By international classification car enamels brown is combined with beige and is called Natural. Cars of natural colors in Russia account for 5.5%. The most popular models in the color of chocolate and sand are the Volvo XC60 (Luminous Sand), Skoda Octavia (Topaz) and (light brown metallic).

The world share of cars of natural color is close to the Russian one - 6%. China is ahead of everyone, where brown-beige cars occupy 8% of the market and 3rd place in popularity.

6th place. Red color

Red, including the shade of "Bordeaux", occupies 6% of the country's car market. Russians buy in this color more often than others Nissan Qashqai(Dark red), Kia Rio(red pomegranate), Renault Sandero(red), Range Rover Evoque(Firenze Red).

The world share of red is also 6%. The best red cars are sold in North America, they account for 10%.

5th place. Blue colour

The top five is opened by blue color. Cars with bodies painted in the color of the sea occupy 8% of the market in Russia. Most popular models shades of blue - Hyundai Creta and business-like dark range rover(Loire Blue) and Audi A4 (Moonlight Blue).

In other countries, blue is less popular than in our country. It accounts for about 6% of all cars. The best blue cars are sold in Europe - there their share reaches 9%.

4th place. Grey colour

In the most, perhaps, practical car 13% of the cars driving on the roads of Russia are painted in the same color. Among adepts of practicality and discreetness, such gray models as Hyundai Solaris, Ford Focus and Mercedes-Benz GLS(Grey Selenite).

Car enthusiasts in the rest of the world prefer gray a little less - it accounts for 11%. The main fans of ashy shades and " wet asphalt» live in India, where every third car is sold in gray color.

3rd place. White color

In Russia, white is confidently one of the three most popular colors- it accounts for 15% of the country's total fleet. But we are still far from world madness, where from year to year by a few percent. It is noteworthy that in our country white “tuxedos” are most willing to “try on” crossovers and SUVs - BMW X6 (White Mineral), Mitsubishi Outlander and Toyota Land cruiser 200 (white mother-of-pearl).

The current share of white cars in the world is 37%. For comparison, five years ago it was 22%. In all corners of the planet, except India, this is the most popular color.

2nd place. Silver color

The color of silver and polished steel is literally half a step ahead of white - its share is 16% of the Russian car fleet. Most often, our compatriots buy in silver color Volkswagen Touareg, Toyota RAV4 and Mercedes-Benz E-class (Silver Brilliant). For Mercedes, this color has become part of the genetic code and a tribute to the legendary Mercedes Silver Arrows.

The world's silver color is less popular than in Russia - its share is 11%. More than ours love this body color only in Europe (17%) and South Korea (19%).

1st place. Black color

The most popular car color in Russia - black. He consistently occupies the first place from year to year. Now it accounts for 27% of all cars sold in the country. In this we are going against the whole world: nowhere else is black so popular, it has long since given way to white. One of the main Russian all blacks models - Toyota Camry, Mercedes-Benz S-class(Black Obsidian) and Lexus LX.

The global share of black is 18%. A lot of black cars are sold in Japan, North America and Europe, where about one in five cars are painted this color.

All articles

According to statistics, for more than 50% of car buyers, color matters no less than its technical characteristics. The market is currently represented by a wide range of shades. It is generally accepted that men often choose classic ones - black, blue, gray, white, and women - shades of red, yellow, green or blue. But gender is far from a verdict on the choice of the color of the “swallow”. We will talk about other criteria that can help you answer the question of which car color to choose.

Car color and driver psychotype

Psychologists have found that the choice of car color is directly related to the psychological characteristics of the owner and his driving style and gave several recommendations.

• White color symbolizes a bright dream. It is believed that fair but emotional drivers choose white. Their driving style is calm and balanced.
• Black is chosen by people who crave attention to their person. We can say about the owner of such a car - confident and purposeful. Their driving style is harsh.
• Shades of red express passion as well as love of power. The owners of red cars are impulsive and quick-tempered, they can disregard the rules on the road.
• Blue is preferred by people who choose a friendly environment around. They are humble and thoughtful. It is the color of restraint, attention to detail and calmness. Among car owners of blue color it is rare to find aggressive ones. But they are always ready to help on the road.

• The yellow car and its owner definitely stand out from the crowd, which is what they strive for. Such people are usually sociable and calm, both in life and on the road.
• Green is the color of independent people. It is believed that the owners of green cars claim the title of "Troublemaker", because their actions on the road are difficult to predict. At the same time, these people are constantly striving for something new and are distinguished by fidelity and even a share of shyness. Owners of cars of light green shades, like the owners of red ones, are distinguished by aggressiveness on the road.
• Pink hues give away dreaminess, but only when in moderation. An excess of pink signals a person's frivolity. However, owners of marshmallow-colored cars behave respectfully towards other participants on the road. traffic.
• Silver is more often chosen by rational people who think through every step and do not want to attract much attention to themselves. Gray or silver is not suitable for people with an active lifestyle who want to stand out.

From this it follows that quick-tempered people are better off choosing a car whose color has a “cooling” effect - dark or silver. But, one way or another, the color scheme should be based on your feelings of comfort and safety.

Car practicality

When purchasing a car, it is not enough to pay attention to its shade from an aesthetic point of view. The color of the car affects the situation on the roads in different ways, the degree of accidents, and is also related to its practicality.

• White. In a thin stream, such a car stands out among others, but if the density of white cars in a small area is high, the color can merge together. In the snowy season, the accident rate of such a car increases significantly. White does not require special care, because dust and scratches on the canvas are not significantly visible.
• Black. Such a car often merges with the color of the asphalt, and in dark time day and becomes completely invisible. Owners of black cars are more likely to be involved in road accidents than others. As for practicality, pollution on such a car is immediately visible, and in summer the temperature in the cabin rises minute by minute.
• Red. The car, of course, attracts attention, and they try to bypass it - the owners do not have a calm driving style. Red shades tend to fade quickly in the sun.
• Blue. It is safe to be on the road with the owner of a blue car due to his psychology described above. Dark shades of blue require slightly less maintenance than black cars. Light shades (blue) are “feminine”, dust is less visible than on dark car. However, the blue color of the car reduces concentration on the road if you drive behind it for a long time.

• Yellow. By itself, it activates the activity of the brain. Pollution on such a car is noticeable, but if you approach it from the point of view of humor, they even look interesting - all that remains is the freedom of imagination. Due to its eye-catching shade, the owners yellow cars rarely get into an accident. However, the risk of misjudging the distance between road users increases.
• Green. Along with blue, dust is clearly visible on dark shades. In addition, in the flowering season, against the backdrop of shrubs and trees, a green car is less noticeable. Salad shade is a stimulant of the immune system, and the dust on such a car is only slightly visible.
• Pink. Definitely a feminine color. It is rare to find a dirty car. On the road, participants in the movement on pink iron horses are treated with caution - there is an opinion that instead of a serious attitude to traffic situation, car owners "fly in the clouds." But, probably, such an attitude develops only because the associative connection works.
• Silver. Practical color in terms of care - dirt and scratches will not be evident. In summer, reflecting the sun's rays, the body does not allow the car interior to overheat. But at night, a gray car is hardly noticeable on the road, so it is recommended to take measures to avoid an accident.

When choosing a shade for your car, you should prioritize correctly - do you need bright car to attract attention, which plays on safety and beauty, or you are a supporter of practicality and do not have much desire to spend with a rag every evening.

Stars can help in choosing the color of the car. Astrology has not been canceled! This, of course, does not mean that you need to blindly trust the advice of astrologers, but you can listen to their recommendations.

• Aries. Active and stubborn individuals. The choice is given to frisky engines. On the road, they often show childishness, which increases the risk of creating emergency. The color that suits the temperament is red, but taking into account the driving style, you can look at the car in yellow. Blue shades are more suitable for women.
• Taurus. Calm, balanced type. In cars, reliability and comfort are preferred. Taurus can safely opt for any color from light to dark shades, excluding annoying red, which is directly related to the zodiac sign.
• Twins. Great connoisseurs of the "wind in the hair." They are fickle in their mood, their duality is manifested on the road. As representatives of the air element, they often buy cars of "heavenly" shades, but do not neglect bright colors - orange or yellow.

• Crayfish. Drivers prone to worry about their iron horses. Adherents of comfort, practicality and reliability. For representatives of this sign, the car is the second home. Therefore, the color should be just as comfortable. Cancerians often avoid "flashy" colors, preferring calm shades of green, blue, yellow and gray.
• A lion. A representative of the fire element, a lover to stand out from the background of others. The car should match its owner, and its color should emphasize personality traits. Lions often exclude black in their choice, but do not neglect dark blue or burgundy. It is better for a sign to buy a car in bright colors - red or yellow.
• Virgin. They are very responsible in choosing a car, which is subsequently kept clean. The choice of color comes from practical considerations - white, gray, blue or burgundy.
• Scales. Balanced by nature representatives of the zodiac cycle. They appreciate the aesthetics of the car, and therefore they spend a lot of time looking for the perfect one. On the road, they try to evaluate everything carefully, but in critical situation do not always have time to make the right decision. More often choose shades of green.

• Scorpion. Tend to choose a car capable of developing high speed. However, they also know how to get out of an accident with minor scratches or even a whole one. This sign chooses colors to match its rider temperament - all shades of red or yellow, but they can also look at black.
• Sagittarius. Lovers of travel and space. This sign of the zodiac, as a rule, is well-versed in all the new products on the market. automotive market. Sagittarians buy cars that look formidable. The chosen colors highlight such a car - yellow, purple or green.
• Capricorn. Chooses a practical car with no frills, able to overcome difficult obstacles. They do not like to attract attention, and therefore the color of the car is chosen from a wide range of dark or gray.
• Aquarius. A fan of comfort, he loves a large number of buttons and displays. The color of the car must match the interior content - bright colors fit perfectly.
• Fish. Unpredictable zodiac sign. Speed ​​helps them to relax, but due to their high emotionality, they often become participants in an accident. Pisces should look at the shades of their element - blue, or green.

Of course, each person is unique, the zodiac sign indicates only common features character. The recommendations given above give you a direction to think about - choose the color of the car according to the zodiac sign or choose another criterion.

feng shui color choice

Choosing the color of your "horse" according to the sign of the zodiac is not the only way to refer to astrology. What color to buy a car will help the elements that experts distinguish. Each of the five elements has its own shades. It is easy to determine your element - by the last digit of the year of your birth.

• Metal Element (0 or 1). Best suited shades of gray, gold or white, similar to the color of the elements.
• Water element (2 or 3). It is better for representatives of the elements to buy a car in black and blue shades, which add restraint and prudence.
• Car owners of the elements of the Tree (4 or 5) will suit green cars that will calm the driver and give a sense of stamina inherent in the representatives of these signs.
• Element of Fire (6 or 7). The choice is for red shades that give confidence to car owners.
• Earth element (8 or 9). Take a closer look at a beige car, brown or yellow.

These colors are well suited to the body. The interior of the car must be chosen so that the colors are harmoniously combined with each other.

Signs and superstitions

Car owners do not bypass signs and superstitions, because some of them really come true. The same applies to the color of the car. Americans consider green as the color that brings disaster on the road. According to statistics, it is green cars that are more likely to get into accidents.

Australians, like many others, consider black cars to be the most dangerous and white cars to be the safest. They talk about red - they often stop at traffic police posts for verification. A brown car in itself is a talisman and warns against theft.

General signs when buying a car remain unchanged for a long time. Many people know that it is necessary to “mark” the purchased car. It is also believed that the car has its own mechanical soul, which means that you should treat it with respect, you can even choose a name.

It is believed that over time, when the car and its owner become one, " iron Horse» can signal the state of the driver. So, for no reason, an overheating engine can mean anger accumulated inside the owner, and fogging windows signal possible problems with vision and hearing, or that there is something in the driver's life that he does not want to pay attention to.

“Meet by clothes - see off by mind” - the proverb also applies to the car. Meet the car really on her appearance- body shape, color or degree of pollution, and its technical characteristics are taken for mind. How to choose the color of the car - according to the sign of the zodiac, trusting the philosophy of feng shui, giving preference to practicality or aesthetics - everyone's business. But to draw conclusions about the driver, based solely on the shade of his car chosen by him, is unreasonable, but, nevertheless, some conclusions can really be drawn.

Finally, we remind you that you should not blindly trust the car seller, even if you really liked the car. Check the history of the car in advance and protect yourself from a bad deal.

Many people prefer to choose the color of the car, guided by their own taste. Others try to choose the color of a car according to Feng Shui, a horoscope, study the psychology of the influence of colors, and so on. Basically, this, of course, is done by women, but men can also be superstitious. And do not underestimate the influence of color on a person - sometimes its effect can be quite significant.

In any case, the goal of studying all esoteric and psychological literature comes down to one thing - to find a color that will favorably influence a person.

So how to choose a car color based on its practicality, superstition and safety? In the article, we have combined knowledge from psychology, statistics and various sacred knowledge in order to characterize the most common car colors. So, what color car should you buy (or paint)?

White color

White cars are the most common in the world. And this is not surprising. White is a universal color, many people like it. It does not irritate or repel, so it will appeal to any person. White is associated not only with purity, but also with respectability and prestige. This color will never go out of style.

Polished white cars always attract Special attention from passers-by and pedestrians. Such a car is easy to notice on the road, it is clearly visible to all road users. And all thanks to the unique property of white color - to visually increase. But this advantage of white cars becomes their serious disadvantage. On the snowy roads this car is hard to spot.

Another advantage of white cars is their ability to reflect the heat of the sun. Therefore, in the cabin white car will be cooler than in cars of any other color.

Of the minuses, it can be noted that maintaining a white car is a rather troublesome task. It instantly loses its presentable appearance, especially after rain, gets dirty easily, and requires regular maintenance. Any dirt, scratches - all this will stand out noticeably on a white surface. However, this does not prevent thousands of people from opting for white cars.

Black color

The black color of the car is the second most popular among other colors. Indeed, black is not for everyone. In particular, cheerful, open and active people will not like this color! It acts depressingly, and in a black car such people will feel uncomfortable. This color is able to contain any manifestations of energy, it is chosen by those who want to feel more secure.

Black color protects from any negative manifestation from the outside. He is also able to make a person more restrained on the road, dull him both strong and weak sides. However, it is often chosen by powerful, presentable, accomplished people who have serious views for life and can afford a lot. In a black car, they embody the qualities of their character. Black is a noble color, inherent in self-confident and arrogant people.

Black is also associated with grandeur. Any car, the same VAZ-2106, will look more solid if it is repainted black. Black is the color of respectable people who want to stand out from other people and demonstrate their status.

Black cars have a large number of disadvantages. One of them is that a black car is harder to spot on the road. It practically merges with the asphalt, especially at night, and if you add wet asphalt to all this, then it’s really bad. For this reason, black cars are the most likely to get into accidents. In the summer heat, the black color absorbs heat, so the inside of such a car will be hotter than outside. But in winter, on the contrary, the car will keep warm. also in winter time year, a black car will be more visible.

According to Feng Shui, black is one of the auspicious colors for a car.

Silver and gray color

These colors are chosen by materialists and practical people. After all gray cars do not need special care, dirt and scratches are less visible on them.

A potential owner of a silver or gray car can be described as one who does not want to draw too much attention to himself. These people are full of doubts, hesitate for a long time to make any decision, carefully weigh all the facts. No wonder gray is considered a neutral color. It is suitable for those who want to protect themselves from the outside world.

As for safety, gray is one of the most unsafe because of its invisibility on the road, and this applies to any time of the day. However silver colors can have various shades, and if the shade is lighter, then the visibility problem disappears - light colors always act to visually enlarge the car, making it more noticeable.

As in the case of black, gray is not suitable for bright and confident personalities. This color will only irritate them.

Blue colour

Blue color is steadily gaining popularity among drivers. And all because of the huge number of shades of this color, which will appeal to any person.

Basically, blue is associated with peace and balance. Blue color is chosen by people who are serious and responsible. Even though blue is not visible at night, the number of accidents involving this car is quite low. This once again confirms the fact that it is not the color that determines the ability to ride, but the person.

Blue has a positive effect on the driver, helping him to focus on the driving process. You can be sure that a person who has chosen a blue car will not drive around the city at a speed of 200 km / h, will not be reckless and behave unreasonably. These people take the car seriously, they are reasonable, prefer smooth ride according to all rules of the road.

Another positive property blue color is its calming energy. Moreover, it affects not only the driver himself, but also those around him. It is ideal for those who work hard and often get tired at work, in need of rest. This color of the car will have a positive effect on the psyche, restore strength, thereby giving what the owner of this car needs.

Red color

From the point of view of Feng Shui teachings, red is the most unfavorable color for a car. Firstly, it is chosen by people who are frivolous, impulsive, quick-tempered. Red is also preferred by people who are not serious about life, one might even say irresponsibly. Secondly, by choosing red, all these negative qualities are amplified many times over. Red cars quite often become participants in accidents. Women are especially dangerous behind the wheel of such a car.

Red cars make up about 13% of all car colors on the road. However, in terms of accident rate, they take 4th place, behind black, gray and white cars. From this we can draw disappointing conclusions. It is noticed that it is red cars that most often hide from the scene of accidents and accidents. And with all this, the red car is considered the most visible among others. As you can see, color has its effect on a person, enhances its negative aspects.

In addition to all that has been said, the red color further enhances conflict and aggressiveness. On the roads, the owners of red cars behave impudently, and believe that everyone is to blame, except for them. Aggression is completely out of place on the road. Therefore, this color of the car is generally not desirable to choose.

Red color provokes some illusions. So, it seems that the red car is moving faster than it really is. It may also appear that it is closer than it really is.

Minus the red color - it quickly fades in the sun.

Yellow, beige color

Yellow is the color of frivolity, dreaminess and carelessness. And it's not just a color characteristic. A person who chooses yellow also has the same qualities. And on the road, these character traits are completely inappropriate.

People who choose yellow are used to solving problems with ease, or rather, not seriously. They hardly know the rules of the road at all. Choosing a yellow car, all the negative qualities of this person are doubly enhanced. Moreover, such people feel much more confident in themselves. Even if you are a serious person, then yellow can give you infantilism, inattention. This is one of the most unfavorable colors for a car in Feng Shui.

Yellow color is perfectly visible on the road, but it tends to visually reduce the distance. Dirt on the yellow surface is not as conspicuous as on cars of other colors.

However, yellow, unlike red, develops such a quality of a person as diplomacy, the ability to find a common language, which contributes to the peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Green color

Green is known for its calming effect. Like blue, it allows a person to become more restrained, focused. Mostly green color is preferred by women. But in some countries it is a favorite color for men.

The owner of a green car can be characterized as an extraordinary, independent, cheerful person. It is extremely difficult to find reckless drivers and lovers of speed among drivers. For the most part, green is chosen by good and responsible drivers. From a feng shui point of view, green is an auspicious color for a car.

It is common for green cars to create the illusion that they are further away than they really are.

On the plus side, a well-cleaned, washed green car makes a truly lasting impression. Cons - the car is hard to see in the dark.

Those who lack self-confidence should choose a green car.

Purple

Purple is considered a symbol of nobility and luxury. It is not often possible to meet a purple car on the road, and if you do, then this color is able to conquer from the first second. Purple is a mixture of red and blue. Its impact can be described in two ways. Sometimes it acts as a calming, but there are shades that repel and irritate.

The owners of purple cars can be described as reliable and practical people who cannot be driven to madness. These people think about every step they take. On the road, the purple car is clearly visible, but under the cover of night it turns into a gray one, which reduces its visibility.

Purple color is preferred by creative people who have a rich inner world and a sea of ​​artistry. But, nevertheless, they are characterized by coldness and isolation.

It is impossible to determine the correspondence of colors on the monitor screen, since tinting color and digital are two huge differences, but if you have the necessary enamel code, you can purchase the paint of the desired shade without the assistance of a colorist. Many large companies, selling their goods in Russia, have catalogs of car enamels that correspond to domestic numbering and, perhaps, will help to understand the analogy of your car enamel palette with factory numbering. AvtoVAZ does not have an original collection of shades, since painting at the factory is carried out using a different technology, but it is successfully replaced by ordinary brochures, as well as the official website of the manufacturer (in the "Configurator" section).

Metallic enamel table

There are directories for multicomponent car paints. The composition of such enamels includes a pigment that creates an extravagant effect of shimmer, overflow. For example, in the RAL range there is a section “RAL Effect”, which contains enamels such as “metallic”, “chameleons”, glossy glosses, etc. You can order a RAL fan on the official website. It is difficult to find differences in a fake from the original, and the price of such an error is repainting the car. It is recommended to use only proven colors.

It has its own fan of automotive metallic enamels and the Pantone system. The color numbers in this scheme are 4-digit. The price of such a tool is high. For example, a Mobihell fan (standard) will cost the buyer from 1 to 1.5 thousand rubles. It is better to contact the manufacturer with the code than to deal with self-selection colors of car enamels.

original and standard colors

As mentioned earlier, the colors displayed on the monitor are rare cases match the real color of the car. But there are cases when only a general correspondence satisfies: local spray painting, scratch repair, etc. Aerosols have a narrower range of colors, but they are better suited for local repairs, due to the possibility of painting without purchasing additional tools, while maintaining the ability to apply layers transition.

Color correction for most automotive paints can be done by tone, by simply mixing different colors, but identical materials by composition. For example, pink can be obtained by mixing red and white, and from pink, by adding black to it, it is possible to obtain the original copper-gray color of the car. It will be more difficult with paint in cans, you can edit the tone of the applied coating by changing the nature of the spray.

A practical approach involves assessing driving and performance. As for the color of the car, the importance of this factor is ridiculed in a well-known anecdote where a friend asks a woman what car her husband bought. The answer is "Blue!" should show how ridiculous it is to put such a trifle as color in the first place. In fact, each color has not only psychological meaning, but also quite practical. Not to take into account the importance of color is to make a deliberately more losing choice. Consider the pros and cons of each color for cars in detail.

white car color

White car color is the most common

White is the most sought after color.

• Does not lose freshness with slight contamination.
• Neutral, suitable for everyone, regardless of gender, status, car class and model.
• Bright, juicy, catchy, spectacular.
• Economical in painting.
• Suitable for small cars.
• Well visible on the road.
• Reflects the sun's rays, good for hot climates.
• Doesn't get bored.

Minuses:

• Hard to see in the snow.
• Any scratches, chips, blisters are immediately noticeable, and spoil the overall appearance of the car much more than in other colors.
• It is difficult to restore and restore the coating. It is difficult to hit the tone - there are a lot of shades of white, and paying for work, or finding skilled colorists for mixing colors is an additional cost.

A fashionable alternative to white gloss is mother-of-pearl and pearl colors. They look expensive, fresh and bright, but demanding care.

Left - white gloss, right - white mother-of-pearl

Beige car color

Beige the most practical among all other colors . It looks like the color of road dust, which, on the one hand, may not look very attractive, but, on the other hand, provides maximum unpretentiousness, since the dirt merges with the car and it does not have to be washed often. Especially in dry weather.

Beige color is the most unpretentious and practical. Pollution merges with it, due to which you can not wash the car for a long time.

The beige color has a minus, in fact, one:

• On the road, cars can look dirty and inconspicuous.

Creamy and ivory pretty complex. They are characterized by nobility and sophistication, but they are much more demanding.

Ivory car

Their cons:

• Cars can look dirty and inconspicuous (like beige).
• Demanding to care and repair - the elimination of scratches, damage, dirt will be even more expensive in terms of money, complexity, and time.

black car color

As in the world of high fashion, black is considered the most stylish color in the world of the automotive industry. It is he who best presents this miracle of engineering and design, emphasizing its class and appearance.

The black color of the car is associated with elegance, status, wealth. However, small cars are not recommended to be painted in this color, as it visually reduces the car.

The more expensive the car, the more important a discreet and unobtrusive color that will not draw attention to itself. This is the law of the world of expensive things. Achromatic colors are the best choice. The black one is the most expressive. The clearest silhouette, the most expressive lines - thanks to black.

Matte black car color

The associations that black color evokes are: solid, expensive, powerful. This color is standard, neutral, so it won't get boring even after years.

Minuses:

• Not youthful, joyless, devoid of individuality.
• Demanding on cleanliness and generally the most impractical color.
• Hard to see from a distance on the highway.
• Increased body heat on sunny days.
• Very bad fit for small car. Even more visually reduces its size.
• Causes associations with company cars. Aggressive.

At first glance, it may seem that dirt on a black car will be less noticeable than on a white one. In fact, a dirty black car looks worse than a white one.

This is due to the fact that the "dusty" color of dirt on a black car gives more unkempt than a dark dirty shade on a white car.

Red color

It is a mistake to believe that this color speaks solely of the desire to be the most visible, of aggressiveness and temperament. Many shades (cherry, red-orange, burgundy) are so rich and dignified that they are appropriate on F-class models.

Various shades of red in cars

Pros of red:

• Excellent visibility on the road.
• Is a classic. It is familiar to others and will not shock like pink or light green.
• Democratic, suitable for both women and men.

The peculiarity of red lies in the optical illusion of this color: - visually it seems that the red car is moving faster than it actually is, and that it is closer than it actually is.

Yellow and brown colors

Yellow is complex, but perspective color. If we are talking about metallic shades (Golden Star, Golden Field, Melon), then this is the choice of elegant people with a delicate taste. Looks rich. Like any light color, it will require maintenance. The bright yellow gloss has the telling name "Yellow Taxi".

Yellow is strongly associated with taxis, so there may be times when someone knocks on your car and asks for fares.

Various shades of yellow in cars. Bright colors look prettier, but are strongly associated with taxis.

Many shades of yellow (mustard, greenish-yellow) may not evoke pleasant associations for everyone (for example, with the color of pea soup), but if the car model is not commonplace, then they will be a highlight and great way to draw attention.

Shades of khaki are difficult for urban conditions and passenger cars, but for jeeps and tall cars give a certain severity, are associated with nature trips, hunting and fishing.

A khaki-colored car is best suited for off-road vehicles. It is chosen mainly by lovers of off-road travel, fishermen and hunters.

Brown colors give a retro accent, they must be carefully selected according to the character of the model. For example, brown will decorate Jaguar sedan XJ. Rarely suitable for class A or B vehicles.

Brown color suits business class cars. On cars of class A and B, it looks worse.

green car color

Despite the fact that this color is the richest in shades (there are 376 shades in the Pantone palette versus 116 red or 180 blue), until recently it was rarely used for painting cars.

Minuses:

• Merges with nature.
• Bad visibility on the highway. The green car was visually perceived as further away than it actually was. However, the active spread of the metallic effect somewhat smoothed this problem.

Otherwise, it is a neutral color, the pros and cons depend on the shade. General rules the same: light are preferred for small models, deep saturated - for solid ones.

Various shades of green in cars

Blue-green colors are one of best picks for trendy effects such as chrome and chameleon effect. Both of these treatments make the coating bright, almost eye-catching, which is just right with the calmness of blues and greens.

Blue and cyan colors

Blue is popular. Depending on the shade, it can carry a different symbolic load.

• Atlantic (purple-blue) - laid-back,
• Diplomat (blue) - solid and at the same time not heavy,
• Lapis lazuli (light blue) - expensive, impressive,
• Saint Tropez is sporty.

Various shades of blue in cars. This color is associated with calmness, rest, relaxation.

Pros of blue:

• Reliability, solidity.
• Versatility.
• Forms the image of the owner as a serious, intelligent person. The color is not in vain considered one of the most popular for uniforms.
• Practical and non-marking.

Bright blues or aquas have until recently been a rarity in the mainstream market, although they are increasingly seen at trade shows and on the streets. Such shades are strongly associated with rest, leisure, vacation. Green tones of the sea, sky blue were one of the trends of 2014, when the masterminds of the auto industry were carried away by ideas ecological cars who were simply obliged to radiate peace and relaxation. Since then, these colors have become firmly entrenched in the automotive industry.

blue car color

Metallic makes any color more suitable for cars - a color with a silver sheen is brighter, lighter, more radiant, and therefore more visible on the road. Metallic has significantly expanded the modern palette of comfortable automotive colors. Now you can use dull, complex shades of blue and green, which without the addition of metallic particles would look pale and dirty. Today they look stylish and sophisticated. Often decorated with premium models, as they evoke associations with precious metals and stones.

Purple

A difficult choice for both interior solutions and for the car. This is due to the peculiarities of the perception of the spectrum between blue and red by the human eye.

Various shades of purple in cars. This color is quite difficult to perceive, so you should be careful on the road in a purple car.

Violet tones symbolize mysticism and mystery for a reason - they are elusive and look faded on the road. The only exceptions are such tones as Moulin Rouge (bright purple) or Lilac (light purple).

The range of modern purple shades for cars is represented by metallic shades. The mother-of-pearl sheen emphasizes the lines of the car and makes the muted color more expressive.

The advantages of purple depend on the shade. The most easy to care for and representative - dark and medium gray-violet, blue-violet. The colors of lilac and lavender are the choice for compact women's cars.

pink car color

Curious fact - Italian company Lamborgini categorically does not paint its cars pink! While wishing to buy legendary car there are many in this color. Why did the leadership take such a tough stance? As one of the regional directors explained, this is not in line with the spirit of the brand. "Ferarri is not a Pokémon!" Only branded red, as well as silver, white and black. This does not prevent buyers from repainting the car pink on their own. However, the firmness of the concern's leadership in this matter is respected, and makes it more attentive to the philosophy of color.

Pink is one of those shades that, despite being bright and expressive, is a must-have choice. The color is not masculine, and even if the owner is a woman, it is doubtful. They see it as cheap "glamour", a hint of "pop music".

Pink is a very dubious color for a car, associated with cheap glamor and pop.

The only exception is delicate and elegant light pink metallic shades, for example, Almond. Associated with the color of rose gold, it makes no less worthy impression than golden, white or silver. Deep dark fuchsia can look original and appropriate.

Silver and gray car colors

Silver was and remains popular. It is the second most common, after white. If you look at the directories newest cars executive class, it turns out that the compilers prefer to demonstrate the product in silver-gray at least as often as in black.

silver and gray colors in cars - quite popular and practical

• Practical. Dust and dirt are almost invisible.
• Universal, suitable for everyone.
• A huge number of diverse shades: from the color of wet asphalt to aluminum.
• Quite well distinguishable on the track both day and night. Worse than red, but better than black.
• Great for hot climates.

The downside is that gray is the least noticeable on the road. At dusk, without headlights, a car of this color is almost impossible to see, so it is not recommended to leave gray car overnight on the roadway.

In 2017, 27% of all car buyers in the primary market in Russia chose silver (17%) and gray (10%) shades. In total, this is more than those who chose black cars - 16%, but less than white ones - 28%. The remaining percentages fell on natural tones, and soft and warm (gold, beige, yellow, orange, brown) are more popular than green, red and blue.

Why is orange color rare and is it possible to make a ladybug out of a car?

The orange color is bright, noticeable on the road, quite practical. Why is it so rarely chosen? Firstly, the color evokes associations with road and construction equipment, which greatly simplifies the impression of passenger car. Second: orange is a sporty color. Until recently, it did not go well with a business image.

Until recently, orange colors were not used in cars, but they are gradually gaining their audience.

The second life of color is made possible with fashionable modern effects such as chrome plating, coating liquid rubber, chameleon. Any of these treatments instantly make orange look more expensive.

For those who are looking for a balance between energy and earthiness, terracotta shades are suitable. Perfect solution for modern everyday B-class models. It is noteworthy that one of these shades has the paradoxical name of Apathy (silver-orange).

Car color "Apathy"

Relaxed, dynamic, active, modern - if you need to achieve this effect, then bright carrot tones are a good choice.

The pursuit of originality can lead not only to the search unusual color but also drawing. For example, is it possible to repaint a car with a bee, ladybug, zebra pattern? The owner is a gentleman, but there may be problems with registering such a car with the traffic police.

Painted cars are striking in their originality, but they may cause problems when registering with the traffic police

The safest car colors

An analysis carried out by one of the insurance companies of the Russian Federation showed that the least likely to fall into unpleasant situations cars of natural natural shades:

1. Orange.
2. Yellow.
3. Brown.
4. Green.

Obviously the most safe colors- not banal and those that, according to the psychology of color, testify to calmness, balance and the ability to stand firmly on the ground. The safest is orange. Although this should not be surprising, since this color is used for construction equipment precisely because it is a signal.

The presence of green and brown in the ratings of the safest at first glance is doubtful - these colors are not among the brightest. But if we turn to the psychological characteristics of color, then this is expected - both of them speak of stability, sobriety, the ability to clearly assess the situation, and at the same time they give cheerfulness, unlike cold blue-blue shades that act soporific.

Most often, insured events occurred among the owners of black and silver cars. Such colors are difficult to distinguish in those moments when drivers are most vulnerable - early morning, twilight. 65% of accidents (maximum) among owners of red cars, but this is not about color, but about the psychological characteristics of those who choose such a defiant color. As a rule, these are young drivers who do not have much experience on the road. White is a safe color, although it is at increased risk on the other hand: it is white cars that are most often stolen.

What color to choose

Below we have provided a table where we chose the best and worst colors for the most popular requests from car owners.

Coloring is a science, do not underestimate its importance when choosing a car color. The right choice of color will not only allow you to express yourself as accurately as possible, but will also improve the quality of the car itself, both in terms of style and safety.

Which car color to choose: the pros and cons of car colors

4.6 (92.31%) 26 votes