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If your windscreen breaks, your car insurance company should pay the cost of repairing or replacing it within the period of insurance. Please be aware that you’ll still need to pay the excess if the windscreen is replaced. Good car insurance companies may even pay to repair damaged bodywork as a result of broken glass.

You should contact your car insurance company to find out who they recommend to repair a windscreen in your area, as this may mean you have an unlimited amount of cover for the repair. If you don’t use a recommended windscreen fitter, you may find that you are only eligible to receive up to 100 reimbursement after the excess.

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Most of us might be familiar with windscreen wipers. Ironically, most of us might be unfamiliar with selecting a new replacement windshield wiper for our car. The basic problem lies in our reasoning – do not consider these as accessories that are meant to “wipe the glass”. Here is a little experiment that can be conducted to realize the uniqueness associated with these products. The next time it is raining, try to drive the vehicle without enabling these accessories. Within minutes, you will realize that you are literally blinded from the obstacles present in front of the vehicle.

The primary objective associated with these windscreen wipers is simple – to clear the windshield of those agents that cause visibility problems. Visibility problems can materialize in the form of rainwater or dirt or even bird droppings. Just like any other mechanical device, the wipers might be subjected to wear and tear over the years with consistent usage. Primarily, windshield wipers consist of high-grade rubber fittings that will aid in clearing the screen. With the passage of time, the rubber fitting will lose its efficiency, and cracks will develop on the surface of the rubber fittings. If a damaged wiper is engaged repeatedly, it will induce even more damage to the wiper. Continue reading ‘Selecting the Right Windscreen Wipers’ »