As the name suggests, your car’s windshield is the shield that protects you and your vehicle’s interior from dust, stones, debris, and wind when on the road. Without a windshield, driving is difficult and dangerous.

Though windshields are hardy enough to provide the protection you need, the flying debris and rocks often hit them, causing cracks, chips, or dents. While you can repair minor dents and cracks, the damage to your windshield can get bigger over time, and the only option is to install a new windshield. (more…)

If you’re like most drivers, you don’t give much thought to your vehicle’s windshield unless you can’t see out of it or it’s damaged with a chip or crack. You need to take care of windshield damage promptly to keep your vehicle roadworthy.

Not every windshield problem requires a full replacement, but opting for a repair when you really should replace the glass entirely can cause problems later on. (more…)

Does a chipped or cracked windshield affect your car’s value? You’re ready to buy a new vehicle. But the windshield in your soon-to-be old car has what seems like a minor chip. Before you list your car or try to trade it in, take a look at what you need to know about auto glass, damage, and value.

Do You Plan to Sell or Trade in Your Car? (more…)