If your windshield is compromised, you’ll have less visibility and little to no protecti0n during car accidents. Without a functional windshield, cars become virtually inoperable. That’s why we are sharing this information today to provide you with easy ways to keep your windshield in optimal condition.
Windshields are known for protecting the inside of your vehicle, stopping bugs, rocks, and any external element that can get into the car. It is most likely to protect you (the driver) and any passenger from injuries during an accident. Therefore, having your windshield in optimal conditions is a must at all times.
Windshields are a crucial element of cars. These protect the driver and passengers from serious injuries during a car accident. Being aware of your windshield status is important. Some of the most common causes of windshield damages are:
Debris, flying rocks, or weather elements such as hurricanes turn into unfortunate accidents.
The windshield was designed not only to protect the inside of the car from the rain or external agents, but it’s also engineered as a key component in the structural integrity of the vehicle.
Most minor scratches can be removed with the proper tools; deeper scratches have to be repaired by a glass specialist if possible. Remember, with Y & L Auto Glass you get 12-month warranties on all our products to ensure your peace of mind.
Once the windshield is installed, there are a few things you should and shouldn’t do to avoid ruining the results of your glass replacement. For example, to avoid damaging the seal, you have to wait to wash your car for at least 24 hours and keep at least one window a little bit open to prevent building pressure inside of the vehicle.
Falling leaves during the fall season on your windshield can deteriorate your car’s value if you don’t clean your windshield the right way. It’s important to keep free from leaves not only your windshield but the entire vehicle.
Windshields are known to protect the inside of your vehicle; stopping bugs, rocks and any external element that can get into the car, most likely to protect you (the driver) and any passenger from serious injuries during an accident.
Inspect the blades
A good start is to determine if your windshield wiper blades are in good conditions . Inspect your blades for signs of cracking or discoloration. If they look worn out, replace them.
The first windshield
Gas powered automobiles were first produced in the 1890s. 14 years later, the first windshield was invented. This was nearly a decade with no protection whatsoever. These windshields were made of two-pieced plate glass. When one layer became too dirty, the driver could peel it down.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Keeping our people and our customers safe
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We want to assure you that we are doing everything we can to ensure that our customers and our people remain safe and healthy. We are closely following guidelines released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to prevent the spread of the virus.
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