The New BMW X6 Has Light-Absorbing 'Vantablack' Paint

A paint so impractical (and cool) -- think matte black squared -- you know some idiot will have to try it on a street car, even though it doesn't like being left outside, or washed. This nanotube coating reflects just 0.036 percent of light.
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FRANKFURT - SEP 15, 2019: unique black BMW X6 Vantablack in light rays at IAA 2019 International Motor Show. Vantablack light-absorbing paint makes it Stock Photo - Alamy

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