It’s never a good idea to ignore a chipped windscreen. A small chip or crack on your car’s windscreen might not look serious at first, but the reality is that there are many factors that can cause the damage to spread. A small problem can quickly escalate into a...
We often admire a vehicle for its good looks, rugged performance, enviable emblem and its powerful engine but how often do we remark on one of its most important aspects – the windscreen? The windscreen is the one part of the vehicle that we see the most of but...
There are many different types of windscreen cracks, most of which happen when an object hits the glass. However, many people aren’t aware that there’s actually another type of crack which occurs without anything impacting the windscreen. This is called a stress...
Windscreen chips or cracks can happen for a variety of reasons. Gravel, sand or flying pebbles might be flicked up by trucks on a highway and hit your windscreen. You might encounter debris on the road, or you may run into a bird or a large bug. Whatever the cause,...
The onset of winter necessitates a different approach to the way we go about cleaning (and clearing) our cars’ windscreens. Plummeting temperatures, rain, ice and even snow mean we have to do things differently in order to maintain good visibility and ensure we look...
Anyone who’s ever discovered a chip in their windscreen or heard that sudden sound of something hitting the glass will know that sinking feeling of ‘oh no, please don’t let the damage be serious!’ The truth is – any damage to your car’s windscreen can be serious, even...
If you are planning a road trip you may be eager to just pack your bags and hit the road, but taking some time to make sure your car is in a good condition can save you a lot of trouble while on the road, and more importantly keep you and your family much safer....
When it comes to car insurance and windscreen repairs and replacement, it’s important to know that all insurers offer something a little different. Some offer free windscreen repairs but not replacements, some don’t charge an excess for repairs done by their approved...
The rainy season brings a whole different set of road risks. Poor visibility, slippery surfaces, storm debris and hard-to-spot puddles are just some of the challenges, and if you add a fogged-up windscreen to the mix, wet weather driving can get really tricky. That’s...
When you think about autoglass, you probably don’t even think about your side windows. Trouble is, side windows can also be damaged but unlike your windscreen, they can’t usually be repaired. Replacement is generally the only option. There are some fundamental...
