How Repairing Power Windows Can Protect Your Car From Theft or Damage
The power windows on your car are broken. Now what? You could leave them the way they are, you could try to fix the problem yourself or you could contact the professionals. While the first two suggestions might seem tempting, contacting the professionals is the only way to get the windows repaired in time to…
What Should You Do If You Have a Cracked Windshield?
Whether it is from a flying bit of debris on the highway or an errant baseball, windshield cracks require immediate attention. This is because even the smallest crack can become a big problem when left unchecked. These problems can cost you extra time and money. Here is what you should do if you find a…
Arizona S.B. 1155 Auto Glass Bill Has Failed
Members of Arizona Auto Glass Association and the Safety Glass Association of Arizona recently lobbied for improvements to the law that would protect auto insurance customers from frustrating, lengthy delays by their insurance company to approve claims for windshield repair. In January of 2018, Arizona S.B. 1155 was introduced with the hopes of protecting auto…
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…
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…
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…
Cold Weather Can Destroy Your Car’s Windshield
Regardless of where you live, your car’s windshield may encounter cold weather from time to time. Whether you are driving your vehicle through a blizzard or parking it outside during a cold snap, you should be aware of the negative effects cold weather can have on your car’s glass. Ice Forms Quickly on Glass Cold…
Why Your High-Tech Car May Cost a Fortune To Repair
Modern cars are durable, but they usually don’t last forever. Even if you regularly follow your vehicle’s maintenance schedule, eventually you will probably have to replace a small part or make a significant repair. When you do, you may experience a serious case of sticker shock. Here’s why repairing your modern car may cost you…
How Does Windshield Repair Work
We’ve all been there, driving on the road and suddenly – smack! – a rock hits our window. And then we see it, a chip in our windshield. A chip in the windshield happens to almost every driver at some point and when you see a chip the best thing to do is get windshield…
Car Insurance Rates Are On the Rise Due to Increased Accidents and New Tech
If you have not yet noticed an increase in your car insurance, brace yourself – you may soon see an increase on your bill. Even drivers with spotless records are seeing rates rise, as Forbes points out, “Since about 2012, rates to insure vehicles have gone up in all states and for all drivers, even…
5 Reasons Why You Should Immediately Replace a Broken Side Mirror
Both of the mirrors on the driver’s and passenger’s side allow you to drive safely. You can see what vehicles are near you in either lane, and you should always check your side mirror before merging into another lane. It is an important safety device, and when one of your mirrors breaks, you need to…
Is Repairing a Chipped Windshield Better Than Replacing It?
You’re driving along a busy road when all of a sudden—Whack!—a rock hits your windshield, sending a spider web-like crack through the center of it. With all of your other expenses, the last thing you need is the cost of replacing your windshield. Fortunately, you might not have to replace it. AGD Auto Class &…
