Engineered in Germany. Nearly a Century in the Making.

nextzett is not a brand born from a marketing brief. It was built in a workshop — refined over nearly 90 years by engineers who believed that the products you use on your car should perform as precisely as the car itself.

 

1936: Where It All Began

The story starts with einszett — founded in Germany in 1936. At a time when automotive care was still in its infancy, einszett was already developing professional-grade formulations for workshops, dealerships, and serious drivers across Europe.

The philosophy was simple from day one: no shortcuts, no fillers, no compromises. Every formula had to meet the exacting standards of German engineering — effective, safe for surfaces, and built to last.

 

2000: Arriving in America

After more than six decades of earning trust across Europe, einszett made its way to the United States in 2000. American enthusiasts and professional detailers quickly recognized what European workshops had known for generations: this was car care engineered to a different standard.

The brand found its home in the communities where it mattered most — on forums like Bimmerpost, VWVortex, Audizine, FordTremor, and BobIsTheOilGuy, where real enthusiasts share real results.

 

2015: The Next Generation

In 2015, einszett evolved. As our formulations advanced, our product line expanded, and our vision for the future sharpened, we made the decision to rebrand as nextzett — the next generation of everything we had built over nearly 80 years.

Same German engineering DNA. Same uncompromising standards. A new name that reflected where we were going.

 

Professional Grade. Enthusiast Approved.

From our glass care and interior cleaners to our ceramic coating systems, every nextzett product is developed to meet the demands of professional detailers — then made accessible to anyone who takes pride in their vehicle.

We believe the best car care shouldn't be locked behind a shop door. It should be in your garage, in your hands, delivering professional results every weekend.

 

Learn. Detail. Repeat.

We're more than a product company. We're an educational resource for anyone who wants to do it right. Explore our Keep It Clean Videos, dive into our Car Detailing Guide, or subscribe to our YouTube channel for step-by-step tutorials from our team.

Because the best detail starts with the right knowledge.

 

2026: What's Next

Nearly 90 years after einszett first opened its doors, we're honoring where we came from. In 2026, we're bringing back a piece of that original legacy. We can't say more just yet — but if you know the name, you know it means something.

Stay tuned.

 

Find nextzett Near You

nextzett products are available online and through a growing network of authorized retailers across the United States. Whether you're a professional detailer looking to stock your shop or a reseller ready to bring German-engineered car care to your customers, we'd love to work with you.

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The legacy of nextzett

The Spark of Innovation

In 1936, Werner Sauer Sr. was living in Cologne, Germany and saw a clear opportunity; car polishes just weren’t good enough. So, he set out to make something better. He called it einszett, named after Cologne’s license plate code “1z.” With a focus on innovation and German craftsmanship, he created a polish that set a whole new standard for car care.

Nextzett is born

Nextzett was born; a name that symbolizes a forward-thinking vision (“next z”), carrying the essence of einszett into a sustainable future. With a focus on water-based formulations and environmentally conscious practices, Nextzett embraced its iconic blue arrow and green leaf logo, representing innovation and eco-consciousness.

10 years of nextzett and 25 years in the USA and Canada

In 2025, Nextzett proudly celebrates 10 years of innovation since its founding in 2015 and 25 years of serving car care enthusiasts in the USA and Canada markets. Since the early days of einszett’s arrival in 2000, the brand has been a trusted partner for those seeking premium car care solutions. Over the past quarter-century, our commitment to quality and German innovation has remained at the heart of everything we do.

Today: Continuing the journey

Nextzett USA continues to honor the rich legacy of its founders while leading the way in sustainable car care solutions.

We invite you to take your car care routine to the next level with Nextzett and experience the legacy of quality that began nearly a century ago.

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