Apple develops patent for detecting cracked windshields
"Apple knows a thing or two about cracked screens, which may explain why the computer giant has filed a patent for a car windshield that notifies the owner when it's…
How big of a chip can be repaired in your windshield?
Windshield repair technology is a rapidly advancing industry, so the ability to repair large chips or cracks changes often and can vary depending on the repair company. Generally speaking, chips…
What type of auto insurance will cover my windshield damage?
"The comprehensive insurance portion of your auto insurance policy typically covers windshield damage claims. This insurance type covers damage from problems like theft, fire, flood, hail, falling objects (like a…
Recall for certain 2020 Volvo vehicles for windshield dislodgement
"The recall, according to NHTSA, states that windows may become detached from the impacted vehicles, which would increase the risk of an accident. “Volvo is recalling certain 2020 VNL vehicles.…
Holograms and augmented reality in windshields not that far away?
"Envisics, a 10-year-old British company, is quietly turning the heads up display into a wonderland of holographs, a three-dimensional projected image a la “Help me Obi Wan” or a posthumous…
Beware door-to-door windshield repair companies
"Anthony Nunnelly says a door-to-door glass company salesperson found his SUV windshield had a ding. According to Nunnelly, the man from Apex Auto Glass offered a free replacement because his…
Consumers are shocked regarding cost of 2021 Subaru windshield replacements
"What does it cost to replace a Subaru windshield with EyeSight? CR says Ted Hine was shocked when the dealership quoted $1,400 for a replacement windshield for his Subaru Forester.…
Recalls issued for Ford and Nissan models due to rearview visibility issues
"The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued two visibility recalls from Nissan North America Inc. (Nissan), and Ford Motor Company (Ford). Nissan The recall, according to NHTSA, states…
How technicians perform rock chip repairs on windshields
"The process to repair a chip is usually quick and simple, and it can be performed by most windshield repair technicians. First the windshield technician will inspect the windshield to…
Motorist narrowly avoids injury from rock hurled through windshield
"“I had noticed a gentleman on the side of the road and I just thought he was going to cross the freeway. And then he just threw the rock,” she…
Kia allegedly avoids windshield recall by offering "goodwill gesture" replacement
"A Kia Telluride windshield recall allegedly should have been issued long ago for windshields that chip, crack and break, or at least that is what a Telluride owner claims in…
Survey of auto glass shops shows the difficulty of getting the right glass
"The rate at which glass shops are receiving wrong glass parts seems to be on the rise, an AGRR Magazine survey shows. But before you start accusing the manufacturers and…