ABOUT US
The Two Shades journey began in November 2022, when Director and Co-Founder Musa felt his car needed something extra. Disappointed by the options on the market, he used his electrical and software engineering background to source and install an aftermarket ambient lighting system. The result? A standout setup that turned heads - and caught the attention of our now-flagship BMW M4 Competition, owned by Co-Founder and Business Development Director, Abdul Matteen.
But the real lightbulb moment came a few months later. After endless compliments and interest from friends and car enthusiasts, Musa and Matteen teamed up with experienced mechanical and enhancement technician Abdeljebar to bring something fresh to the market. By May 2023, with our signature two-tone purple and blue ambient lighting and a powerhouse trio behind the vision, Two Shades officially launched.
Fast forward to today, and we've made our mark on the vehicle enhancement scene. With hundreds of happy customers, a fully 5-star rating on Google, and viral moments online, Two Shades is more than just lighting — it's a movement. From starlights in the headliner, which shine like the night sky on a clear day, and Apple CarPlay activation, to de-chrome services and more, we transform vehicles into custom experiences.
Our coded, factory-style ambient lighting can be integrated seamlessly into your car's existing screen — no loose wires, no difference from factory lighting. And now, we offer custom-branded Two Shades lighting kits for nearly every make and model.
Two Shades are just getting started. In April 2025, we officially expanded internationally to the UAE, bringing our unique approach and premium craftsmanship to a brand-new audience across the Globe. We aim to become the number one lighting specialists in every destination we step foot, and we would love to have you along on our journey!
Where vehicle enhancements meet perfection. Two Shades one Style.
Meet The Team
Abdul Matteen Iqbal
Co-Founder & Business Development Director
Abdul Matteen Iqbal is a Co-Founder and the Business Development Director of Two Shades International. Holding an Economics degree from City University London, and having built his early career in investment banking with Standard Chartered in London, he brings over seven years of business and finance expertise across both the UK and UAE — where he is currently based. With a strong passion for the automotive industry and a sharp eye for strategic growth, Abdul Matteen leads customer operations and oversees the brand's international expansion.
Abduljebar Attab
Co-Founder & Technical Director
Abduljebar Attab, Co-Founder and Technical Director of Two Shades International, is a British-Algerian automotive lighting specialist with a deep-rooted passion for electrical engineering. A graduate of London Design and Engineering College, he brings over five years of hands-on experience in the automotive sector. As the lead technical head, Abduljebar is responsible for delivering innovative solutions, ensuring that every installation meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality.
Musa Sharif
Co-Founder & Director
Musa Sharif is the Co-Founder and active Director of Two Shades International. With a background in software engineering and three years of experience at Ford Motor Company, Musa brings a forward-thinking, tech-driven mindset to the vehicle enhancement industry. His passion for cars, combined with a sharp eye for design and innovation, forms the foundation of Two Shades' unique approach. Known for his problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box thinking, Musa leads the brand's operational strategy.
Hamza Ayoob
Branding & Marketing Director
Hamza Ayoob is the Branding & Marketing Director at Two Shades, leading the company's global brand identity and marketing strategy across all markets. He is responsible for driving the visual direction of the brand, overseeing digital growth, and ensuring consistency across all platforms. Alongside this, he leads new product procurement for the sister company, Two Shades Store, sourcing and developing products that support the brand's expansion.
Platform & Google Integration
TwoShades operates a professional business management platform to run our automotive lighting installation service.
What the Platform Does
Our internal management platform allows TwoShades staff and engineers to manage customer bookings, installation jobs, scheduling, and vehicle records. Customers can log in to track their order and job status. The platform is used exclusively to operate the TwoShades automotive lighting business.
Google Calendar Integration
TwoShades engineers can optionally connect their personal Google Calendar to the platform. When connected, installation job appointments are automatically synced to the engineer's Google Calendar so they always have their schedule in one place. This integration is entirely optional and only available to TwoShades' own engineers — not to customers.
What Google Data We Access
When an engineer authorises Google Calendar access, the platform reads and writes calendar events solely to create, update, or remove job appointment entries on their calendar. We access only the minimum scopes required: calendar event read and write. We do not access emails, contacts, files, or any other Google account data.
How We Use Your Data
Google Calendar data is used exclusively to display job appointments on the engineer's personal calendar. It is never shared with third parties, never used for advertising, and never stored beyond what is needed to maintain the calendar sync. Engineers can disconnect Google Calendar at any time from their account settings, which immediately revokes access.
For questions about data use, contact us at info@twoshades.uk