Crosse Auto Repair

It's a beautiful Saturday morning and you're on your way to meet up with friends for a fun afternoon. BANG! Something has smashed into your windshield! You ask yourself... Am I able to drive my car safely? Do I need to get my car towed? NAPA has a couple guidelines to follow to determine the answer to these questions. The first thing to look at is the location of the crack. If the crack is in your line of sight, then for safety reasons you will need to get it repaired or replaced. The second thing to consider is the severity of the damage. If there is a small hole or if the crack has spread across the windshield, then it will need attention as soon as possible. If the crack or hole is near the frame/edge of the windshield, a replacement is needed right away.  

Can you still drive your car if the windshield has a crack in it? That all depends on the size, location and type of crack. Large cracks that are in your view while driving need immediate attention. Same is true for cracks that threaten the structural integrity of the car. Windshields do help support the strength of the frame around the windshield. When you have multiple cracks or cracks that spread to the edges of the windshield, contacting the professionals is needed. For smaller cracks that do not spread, there are options for a possible fix rather than replacing. Check with the professionals for all your options.