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What’s Trending in the Auto Glass and Windshield Industry?

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  From feeble beginnings to the latest advancements, a car's windshield has evolved over the decades! A recent study shows significant growth potential  in the auto glass  industry until 2024. Today, a car’s windshield not only protects it from flying rocks or debris but also plays an integral role in enhancing its aesthetic appeal. In this article, we'll discuss some recent trends in auto glass  and windshield technology. 1. Gorilla Glass Windshields As the name implies, a gorilla glass windshield is much stronger than its conventional types. Before, windshields were composed of two glass sheets lamented together with a specialized plastic, PVB. Today, many auto glass manufacturers are using Soda Lime Glass (SLG) for cars’ windshields. They’re lighter, safer, and powerful! A gorilla glass windshield can be as thin as 3 mm and offers UV radiation protection. Due to their specialized features, such windshields are also higher in cost. 2. Smart Windshield Sensors Smart...

3 Car Care Tips for Spring Break Road Trips

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  No matter your spring break destination, you’ll need your car in its best shape to get you and your friends/family there and back. A car is a long-term investment and while it can be a place of sheer joy, especially during the spring break, it's advised that you maintain it so that it can continue to bring you joy. While following a regular maintenance routine is crucial, it's even more important when you want to take road trips with friends and/or family. After all, a safe trip without unnecessary road bumps is a happy trip. To help you prepare your car for spring break road trips, here are our top 3 car care tips to facilitate an awesome hassle-free spring break. Check Your Tire Pressure While a lot of vehicles these days will have an automatic tire pressure monitoring system, you should still check it  manually to be sure. Having low pressure in your tires not only means you travel fewer miles on more gas but also your tires are at risk of damage and blow-out. Over-inflat...