Your windshield is your only view of the road. What happens when it breaks? Whether it’s just a spidering crack on your screen or an aftermath of a collision, stay calm and take these steps to remain safe on the road.
What should be your immediate response?
If you’ve just been in a collision, or cracked your windshield, slow down your speed and make your way to the side of the road. Avoid braking suddenly, when driving at a high speed. The jolt caused by braking can further damage the glass. If damage obscures your view, slow down carefully and only drive towards a safe stopping place if you can do so safely. Do not continue your journey with obstructed visibility or try to push out or remove the windshield yourself. Call for roadside assistance or emergency help as appropriate.
Once you’ve spotted a safe location, park your car. Turn on the hazard lights to let other drivers know that there is a problem with your car. Once you are in a safe zone, call a mobile auto repair company. Wait for the professionals to come and find you. Avoid tampering with the glass. Avoid touching loose or broken glass. Do not automatically get out and stand beside traffic; tell the assistance dispatcher about any glass or traffic hazards and follow their instructions about where to wait.
Can I drive with damaged windshield?
Driving around with damaged windshield is not only dangerous, but illegal as well. Inspect the extent of damage and usability of the glass, and then think about driving.
A small chip outside the driver’s view does not, by itself, establish that the vehicle is safe to drive. Have an auto glass professional assess the damage promptly. Chips can spread, and damage affecting visibility or safe vehicle operation means you should not continue driving; arrange assistance instead.
Cracks can obstruct vision and distort driver’s view. Cracks also amplify light and cause glaring effect. It’s better not to take the risk of driving.
Shattered windshield is extremely unsafe and dangerous. It’s also illegal to drive around with such damage. Get immediate help from a professional windshield repair service and only then use the car.
Lastly, stay calm in such situations. Make safety your first priority and avoid performing DIYs. And wait for a professional auto glass repair service.
Auto Glass in San Antonio offers rock chip repair and windshield replacement by appointment. We also offer mobile windshield repair services. Our experienced technicians visit your place and fix the problems on spot.
We also offer guarantees on all of our services therefore, you don’t have to worry about losing your money.
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