Does Getting Your Windshield Replaced Make Your Car Insurance Rates Rise?
If you have noticed a crack or damage to your windshield you (like many others) may be hesitant to get it repaired or replaced for fear that if you submit it to your insurance, your rates will go up. It is no wonder that one of the most common questions we get is, “Will replacing…
3 Reasons to Have Your Car’s Window’s Tinted Before Summer
The summer months can mean a lot of sun exposure and heat and that is not just when you are outside but when you are inside your car as well! Every state experiencing more sunlight and heat during the summer but it is particularly true in the ‘Valley of the Sun.’ Getting your windows tinted…
AI May Soon Determine if Your Windshield Needs Repair or Replacement
When you think of the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), the first thing that comes to mind may not be your windshield. But, the future of windshield repair and replacement may be intertwined with artificial intelligence. In fact, artificial intelligence is already being used in the UK to assess the severity of vehicle glass damage…
Tint or Film: Understanding the Difference
Shaded windows on your car provide many benefits. They help keep the sun from blinding you when you are driving toward it. They increase privacy. Some can even protect you and your car’s interior from the damaging effects of UV rays. How do you know the difference between window tint and film and which one…
The Legal Ins and Outs of a Cracked Windshield
Windshields can get cracked and chipped through no fault of the car’s driver. Bits of rock or other road debris can be kicked up, tree branches can fall and other minor mishaps can occur that leave your windshield in less than perfect condition. Because of the expense involved with this kind of repair, many drivers…
3 Reasons To Tint Your Windows Before Summer
If you’ve always considered tinted car windows to be an unnecessary luxury intended for VIPs, you may be surprised to learn how practical they are. Sure, tinted windows look stylish and give you a level of privacy you can’t usually get in a car, but they also provide valuable protection to you and your vehicle….
4 Benefits of Car Window Tinting You May Not Have Considered
Car owners are generally interested in tinting their windows for cosmetic effect, giving their vehicles a sharp new look and an upgrade in style points. However, window tinting actually comes with many additional benefits that can increase the value of your car, giving you advantages which you may never have considered. Here are four benefits…
Ford Recalls Certain Cars That Have Power Window Defect
In January of 2018, Ford issued a recall of a defect within some vehicles’ power windows. It is estimated there could be approximately 360 Ford cars affected. The recall impacts certain 2018 Ford Lincoln Navigator SUVs and 2018 Ford Expeditions. It is vital for anyone with one of those vehicles to get their cars inspected…
New Arizona Bill Proposed for Auto Glass Repair and Replacement Practices (SB 1424)
Earlier in 2018, Arizona Senator David Farnsworth introduced an amendment to the state’s current laws regarding auto insurance company’s relationships with auto glass manufacturers. It is a prevalent issue in the state because the extreme heat makes windshield glass more susceptible to cracking when it comes into contact with a rock or other piece of…
Should You Get Your Windshield Repaired or Replaced?
You know the feeling. You’re driving down the freeway minding your own business and you hear that ever familiar “pop” on your windshield. At first the noise startles you, but then you see the tell-tale signs of windshield damage and your emotions quickly turn to frustration. Minor windshield damage is characterized by two forms, chips…
Why It May Soon Cost More To Replace Your Car’s Windshield
Your vehicle’s windshield is one of its most important safety features. Not only does the glass provide you a clear view of everything in front of you, it protects you and your passengers from wind and road hazards. As such, repairing a broken, cracked, pitted or otherwise damaged windshield must be a top priority if…
Is Smartphone Glass Coming to Your Car’s Windshield?
How many times have you heard a rock slam into your car’s windshield, forcing you to spend the next few seconds looking for a chip, crack or spider? Or, have you tried to work emergency windshield repairs into your already busy schedule? If so, wouldn’t it be nice if your windshield’s glass was a strong…
