Nothing puts a dent in your day like an unexpected crack in your windshield. Although we can easily repair chips and cracks, you’d obviously rather not obtain any damage at all. While often unavoidable, there are certain practices you can apply to decrease the chances of a rock flying up into your windshield. Take it from our experts at Auto Glass Fitters, the leading auto glass mobile service providers serving Lancaster and many other cities all over the country.
How many tires does the vehicle in front of you have? If two tires can kick up a rock, then four tires double that chance. If you’re driving behind a vehicle with four rear tires, change lanes if you have the opportunity.
Does the truck in front of you have worn mud flaps, if at all? Trucks and other vehicles with larger wheels often have mud flaps. They are required on semi and dump trucks. Large wheels throw more rocks and for longer distances. If the truck in front of you has worn out mud flaps or no flaps at all, stay away! Even brand new mud flaps aren’t completely guaranteed to stop every projectile.
How close are you driving to the car in front of you? Too close? Then the fix is simple: Don’t tailgate! The less space there is between you and the vehicle in front of you then the greater chance there is that rocks will impact your windshield. More space between your vehicle and the one in front of you will keep not just your windshield safer, but it will also keep the entire vehicle and, therefore, everyone inside safer as well.
Common Sense
Keep your wits about you to see if there is an upcoming predicament that could potentially crack your windshield. For example:
● If you notice a semi-truck pulling out from a gravel road, stay away.
● If gravel was just put down, slow down and leave more space than usual between you and the next vehicle.
● If your windshield suffers a chip or crack, don’t panic. Contact our team immediately. If it’s too dangerous to continue driving, we’ll gladly bring our service to you.
Our windshield replacement services are convenient for all of Bristol County, MA, as well as the rest of the United States. Explore our website to find a location near you! Call 877-256-2054 to learn more.
