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following article may be of interest.
Windshield Wiper Blades in Good Condition are
Important to Your Safety
by Marc Deschamps
Tell me how your windshield wiper blades are and I will
tell you the condition of your car. Worn out wiper
blades are symptoms of neglected vehicle maintenance
that put drivers and passengers at serious risk during
rainy or snowy periods.
Rainy or snowy weather also affects driver visibility
and control of the vehicle. Because 90 percent of
driving decisions depend on good vision, a clean
windshield is imperative. Streaking and smearing impair
vision and are caused by worn windshield blades. One out
of every five vehicles that goes through an inspection
has worn wiper blades.
Replacement wiper blades are inexpensive and they are
easy to change. Why put it off until there's a downpour
or a major snowfall and your blades are chattering and
smearing the windshield?
Do you need different windshield wiper blades for the
winter period?
We all tend to run to the auto parts store when winter
is approaching, to get winter replacement wiper blades.
Usually, winter blades are covered with a rubber
membrane which are supposed to better fight against
icing. However, before you make the purchase you should
carefully check them. Several types of winter blades
listed in catalogs of aftermarket parts or even those
recommended by car manufacturers are not that effective.
Several models are shorter than the "summer version" and
do not cover enough windshield surface. Others are long
enough but do not have the "banana" shape allowing for
proper contact on the windshield over the full lenght.
In either case this results in reduced visibility for
the driver.
Windshield wiper blades should be checked regularly to
ensure they offer maximum performance. If you need to
replace them do not compromise on the quality and ensure
they provide good coverage and adherance to the
windhield. If you are unsure if the model you are
considering meets those criterias ask the auto parts
store about their return/credit policy. Once tested, you
should be allowed to return them if the results are not
conclusive.
Also, don't be afraid to ask your local mechanic for
some sound advice. They constantly replace wiper blades
on a wide range of car models and they should be able to
tell you about the do's and don't for your particular
vehicle.
Replacing windshield wiper blades should be simple
process ..... but don't jump the gun and make a quick
desision. You may regret it next time you drive rainy or
snowy weather.
About the Author
Copyright 2005 Marc Deschamps - Marc Deschamps is the
editor of Car Accessories Magazine, a free online
publication dedicated to automotive accessories, car
care and related topics. Other articles on car
accessories can be found at
http://www.car-accessories-magazine.com/shopping-car-accessories.html |
