Windshield Repair: Protect Your Windshield from Chips, Cracks, and Expensive Replacements
We’ve all been there…driving on the road and WHACK!…a rock hits our windshield, leaving a chip. Chips, cracks, scratches, and other types of windshield damage may suddenly appear, leaving your car unsightly. But, more concerning is that it may compromise the structural integrity, and therefore the protective abilities, of your windshield. Before damage grows, be…
Five Tips to Help You Keep Your Cool as the Temperatures Rise!
Taking care of your car can seem frustrating and exhausting and it’s even worse when you get into your car and it feels like a sauna. Here are some tips to help you, and your car, transition from winter to springtime! 1. Fluids Check all of your fluids! These are essential to keep your car…
What to Do About Window Condensation
You are at home enjoying a nice day, you look out the window, and then you see it, condensation in between your window panes. While it is good that the moisture is not getting all the way inside your home, condensation means that moisture is making its way past the moisture seal which is not…
Stay Safe With ADAS Calibration for Your Windshield
If your windshield is shattered it poses a serious safety risk and must be replaced before operating the vehicle. Even small chips and cracks lessen the strength and integrity of windshield glass and can grow to become larger and more dangerous issues if left untouched. If you have had your windshield replaced, or are taking…
Why It’s Important to Get Your Foggy Headlights Restored
The longer you drive a car, the more little elements of natural erosion can have an effect on the way it performs. While many problems are easy to identify as they begin to show up, some are easier to overlook and misunderstand the danger they pose. One of the most easily misunderstood dangers are headlights…
Should You Be Concerned About Your Sunroof Exploding?
Exploding sunroofs? Sounds sort of crazy, right? But, in the last year or so there have been many headlines about consumers reporting that their car’s sunroof ‘exploded.’ So, should you be concerned that your car’s sunroof will be explode? Unfortunately, exploding sunroofs are not an urban myth, as Consumer Reports has found, “An exploding sunroof…
U.S. House Panel Approves Broad Proposal on Self-driving Cars
Manufacturers of self-driving cars just got a big thumbs-up from the U.S. House of Representatives. A House panel approved a measure that bars states from imposing rules on driverless cars and would allow the deployment of up to 100,000 self-driving vehicles without meeting auto safety standards already in place. The full House will take up…
How States Are Legislating Autonomous Vehicles
The world is still a few years off from having autonomous vehicles roaming the streets. However, it is a reality people need to prepare for. As such, many states have begun passing legislation on how these cars can be used once they become more commonplace. Laws are likely going to change and become more detailed…
How New Cars Are Emphasizing Technology As A Primary Feature
Today’s new cars are all about technology and this is especially true of luxury vehicles. Audi just introduced the new 2019 Audi A8, its flagship fourth generation luxury sedan that features a Level 3 automated driving system. With just the touch of a button, the Audi A8 can drive itself when certain conditions are met….
What is ADAS Technology and How is it Contributing to Increased Vehicle Repair Costs?
According to the Association of British Insurers (ABI), vehicle repair costs have increased by as much as 32% in the last three years. Thatcham—the UK’s version of the U.S.’s Insurance Institute for Highway Safety—released a study that cites increased complexity of vehicle materials, the rising cost of spare parts and advanced technology as possible reasons…
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…
How to Avoid Common Chip Damage
A crack or chip in your windshield can lead to extensive damage, headaches, major repairs, and more. While a professional auto glass shop can remove the damage to your windshield and make it look as good as new, it’s usually better to avoid creating the problem in the first place. Here’s how to avoid common…
