4 Auto Glass Services to Consider Before a Road Trip

As you prepare for a road trip, you want to ensure your car drives with peak performance for your journey. Not only do you want to make sure that everything under the hood runs efficiently, but you want to have efficient auto glass to make it through your journey. You do not want to get stuck on your journey with an auto glass issue and without any access to help.

Before you embark on a road trip, check out four services catered specifically to auto glass. The services will make a difference on your journey and give you clear views of the open road for years to come.

1. Rock Chip Repair

Rocks and other debris can cause small amounts of damage to your windshield. The chips may not seem like a big deal, but air pressure, temperatures, and long periods of driving could impact the windshield and increase the damage. Small cracks can spread like spiderwebs and have an impact on your visuals of the road.

If your road trip includes trips to different states, you may not be aware of the various laws in those states. Some states may issue tickets for windshield cracks. You do not want a large bill added to your road trip because then you would have to pay the ticket and repair your windshield anyway.

If you wait on a chip repair, then the extended damage may lead to more expensive repairs in the future. Rock chip repair can keep your windshield clear and provide you with great views of the open road.

2. OE Windshield Replacement

If you have cracks or damage on your windshield that require a complete replacement, then consider an auto glass company that offers OE windshield replacement. An OE windshield is an official windshield from the manufacturer of your vehicle.

With OE parts, you know you are getting the exact same windshield you had before. The manufacturers design this windshield to perfectly fit your vehicle. You do not have to worry about thickness or quality. Other manufacturers make aftermarket windshields that specific warranties or insurance plans may not cover.

3. Advanced Windshield Feature Repairs

Along with original replacement parts for a windshield, a windshield company can take care of specific windshield features. Many modern vehicles include windshield features that go beyond just a sheet of laminated glass. For example, many new windshields offer extra weather protection. A rain sensor can tell how much rain is falling and when to turn on wipers.

Some windshields could have traffic warnings, including collision detection. A lane departure warning is helpful on road trips when you need to switch lanes on busy highways. If your windshield contains any of these features, a professional glass company will ensure the features still work. The features add a big element to road trips.

The feature repairs are another reason to work with an auto glass company that offers original replacement parts from the manufacturers. The parts will often come with the built-in features to ensure the transfer goes smoothly. The same process applies to the back windshield. Back windshields often include defrosters to clear snow, ice, and fog.

Rear defrosters save a lot of manual work when clearing off the windshield, especially if you plan to hit the road early and do not want to deal with any morning frost.

4. Door Window Repairs

As you go on the open road, you may find yourself going through a drive-through for a quick bite to eat or caffeinated drinks like coffee. If your door windows do not work properly, then you may find yourself stuck or dealing with multiple stops if you cannot access drive-thru areas.

A window that remains stuck open is also vulnerable to theft or intrusion from wild animals or bugs. An auto glass repair company can fix the window to ensure it operates correctly. In some cases, issues with the glass or chipped pieces may get jammed into the window and impact the operation.

Along with opening the window, an auto glass company can replace the glass completely and provide you with new windows for each door on the vehicle.

A full repair will make your windows operational so you can handle any situation while on a road trip. Rolling the windows down and enjoying some fresh air is an ideal way to reduce air conditioner use and save a little gas during a long trip.

Set up an appointment with us at MS Glass Outlet to get your vehicle's glass road trip ready. We have multiple locations and a mobile unit that can come to you as well. We have a lot of glass in stock and can order OE parts quickly to meet and service your needs. Check out our gallery to see cars we've worked on. Contact us and visit our website for more information.