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It can happen at any time: you are driving along minding the rules of the road when all of a sudden, something hits your windshield. Whether the “something” is a rock from a nearby hill, debris from an industrial truck, a wayward foul ball from a local baseball field, a large piece of hail, or anything else, safety is your first concern. Follow these tips to deal with this common safety issue and head to your auto parts store immediately.

Top 3 Cracked Windshield Safety Tips

1. Don’t Drive the Vehicle

Avoid driving the car as much as possible until you get it fixed, especially if it is located directly in your field of vision. Driving over a bump or piece of road debris, for example, can stress the crack and cause it to spread. Leave your vehicle at home until you make arrangements for repair or replacement with materials from an auto parts store.

2. Avoid Parking Your Car in Extreme Temperatures

parts storeKeep the car out of extreme temperatures to avoid causing further damage. Excessively hot and cold temperatures will weaken auto glass and will likely cause an existing crack to worsen. Park your car in your garage or carport, or use a car cover to keep the vehicle cool until you can schedule windshield repair or replacement. If you have children, make it clear they are not to play on or around the car.

3. See An Auto Glass Specialist

Make an appointment with an auto glass specialist, preferably one offering mobile services, so you do not have to drive your vehicle. If you need to replace your windshield, find the auto glass you need at an auto parts store. 

 

Your windshield is one of the most protective elements on your vehicle. Keep it in great condition by taking care of cracks quickly with auto glass from the experienced team at Trester Used Auto Parts. They guarantee customer satisfaction and are conveniently located on Route 28 in Milford, OH. They offer thousands of used vehicle parts on their 12 acre lot, and have 60 years of experience in foreign and domestic vehicles. Call (513) 831-9141 with any questions or visit the parts store online for more information about the auto parts store.

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