How are Windshields Made? | Auto Glass Manufacturing Process

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Ever wonder how windshields are made? We did. So we wrote about it.

Top 4 Benefits of Mobile Windshield Replacement & Repair

The back view of a white van belonging to Auto Glass Express, parked on a street. The van has the company's logo and contact information prominently displayed, including the phone number 651.494.9252 and the website autoglassmn.com.

Dealing with a cracked windshield is never convenient. Fortunately, mobile auto glass repair services in the Twin Cities offer a hassle-free solution that saves you time and effort.

What Size Windshield Wipers Do I Need?

A pair of windshield wipers on a car parked in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The wipers are positioned against the windshield, which has a few droplets of water on its surface, indicating recent rain or moisture.

Most of us don't give much thought to the size of our windshield wipers. As long as they are doing their job, everything is fine. But when the time comes for some new blades, will you know what size windshield wipers you will need?

The Challenges of Replacing Windshields in the Modern Era

A driver's view from inside a car equipped with a head-up display (HUD) showing navigation information on the windshield. The display projects a blue path on the road, speed information, and lane guidance.

 Technology is pouring into the auto industry and changes are taking place all the time. But what does this mean for the auto glass industry?

What is the Average Windshield Replacement Cost?

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Windshields get cracked, chipped, or shattered. Then what? They need to be replaced. And how much does that cost?

Stay Safe: How to Guard Against Exploding Sunroofs

A shattered sunroof on a car, with broken glass pieces scattered around the edges and inside the vehicle. The image captures the aftermath of the sunroof explosion, revealing the damage to the car's roof and the sharp, jagged glass fragments.

Sunroofs are more common in all types of vehicles and with advances in vehicle design, they are becoming quite large. Now, there are widespread reports of sunroofs exploding for no apparent reason. What can you do to protect yourself from the exploding sunroof phenomenon?

How Soon Can I Drive My Car After Windshield Replacement?

A white Audi sedan driving on a smooth, concrete road in Minnesota. Can I Drive Immediately After My Windshield is Replaced?

 

How to Keep Ice Off Your Windshield Wipers

A car completely covered in a thick layer of snow in White Bear Lake, MN. Only the windshield wipers are visible, sticking up from the otherwise smooth and untouched blanket of white snow.

Ice adheres to our windshield wipers at the most inopportune times. But thankfully there are many ways to keep your wiper blades free and in the clear of ice build-up. From covers to shakers to de-icers, read about a few of your options to keep your vision clear during winter travel.

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