Should I Drive with a Cracked Windscreen?
Windscreen cracks are annoying and may seem insignificant but in reality they can be a major safety hazard. The windscreen does more than keep wind, rain, and bugs out of your face and car, they are an important part of the structural integrity of your vehicle.
Some common questions you should ask when driving with a cracked windscreen:
What are the risks of driving with a damaged windscreen?
While small rock chips are minor and usually are not responsible for major safety issues, a small chip can turn into a larger crack. A cracked windscreen may impair the vision of the driver putting them, their passengers, and other drivers on the road in danger. In the event of an accident, even a minor fender bender, a crack or a small chip in the glass could cause the windscreen to break resulting in injury, ejection from the vehicle or critical injuries in a rollover accident. The structural support provided by the windscreen is important for airbag deployment.
Is it safe to drive my automobile if the windscreen in chipped?
It is typically safe to drive an automobile with a chipped windscreen. However, to prevent further damage to the windscreen and increased repair costs, London Car Windscreen advises drivers get the chip repaired as soon as possible.
Does the location of the crack make a difference where safety is concerned?
Cracks or chips that can impair the vision of the driver should be repaired immediately. London Car Windscreen‘s mobile repair service can come to your location and repair your windscreen in only a few hours getting you back on the road safely.
When is an automobile with a damaged windscreen unsafe to drive?
Windscreens that have large spider web like cracks are dangerous and the vehicle should not be driven until repairs are made. Our glass repair experts can replace your damaged windscreen at our London facility or come to your location.
Is windscreen repair or replacement expensive?
The cost of the repair will be determined by the severity of the damage. Also the longer you wait to make the repair could affect the cost. It is best to get a damaged windscreen repaired as soon as possible. A small chip costs less than a windscreen replacement.
The glass repair professionals at London Car Windscreen are dedicated to providing fast and affordable service. Contact us at 0751 245 8701 or 0800 242 5740 if you have any repair questions or to make an appointment for a repair.