How Can Bad Weather Affect My Windscreen?
September 1, 2021
Your windscreen has a tremendous impact on your overall road safety. And at Dean’s Autoglass, windscreen replacement, repair, and protection are of the utmost importance to us. Not only does driving with a chipped or cracked windscreen decrease your visibility, but it can also be illegal, depending on the size of the crack. We discuss the effects that poor weather conditions can have on your windscreen, as well as preventative measures to avoid the need for a windscreen replacement or repair. Your Windscreen Forecast Weather conditions can undoubtedly impact the integrity of your windscreen. When you suddenly notice a crack... Read More
The Importance of Saving Wildlife and Your Car Windscreen
August 4, 2021
Ever since COVID-19 arrived in Australia, you may have found yourself driving around our beautiful country a lot, lot more. Whether it be on holiday, traveling for business or traveling between homes, Australian’s are traveling within their own country more than they ever have before. Bookings in South Australian campsites alone increased by 80 per-cent in December 2020 compared to the year before. One thing that you might not expect when planning your next drive is the importance of your car windscreen and how much a windscreen replacement cost can be. It can ruin your drive. Stones and debris can... Read More
Is it Illegal to Drive with a Cracked Windscreen in Western Australia?
March 2, 2021
Are you ignoring your chipped or cracked windscreen? Are you delaying the inevitable by not getting it fixed? You could be putting yourself and your passengers in danger while at the same time also breaking the law. To avoid an unfortunate accident or hefty legal fine, we share why you should consider fixing that windscreen — and do so today. Your Cracked Windscreen Versus The WA Law When it comes to the law, the specific road rules and regulations vary depending on your country and state. So, according to Western Australian law, is it illegal to drive with a cracked... Read More
How To Maintain Your Windscreen Wipers and Glass
March 2, 2021
Are your windscreen wipers looking worse for wear? Do you know what you need to do to maintain your windscreen wipers? It's more important than you might think that you keep them in tip-top shape. If you've ever hit the long road and wanted to clean your windscreen, but it either had no water, or the blades left marks on your windscreen, you understand the frustration. Not only will poor-performing windscreen wipers affect your visibility of the road ahead, but you might also be breaking the law — without even realising it! However, this part of the vehicle is more... Read More
Child Safety in Cars: What You Need to Know
January 2, 2021
Nothing is more important than safety when it comes to cars – and the safety of any children travelling in the car is the most important thing of all. So what do you have to know about child safety in cars? As well as making sure you have a suitable child car seat, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Here’s a detailed guide to child safety on the road so you can keep your smallest passengers safe. Which Child Car Seat to Use Motor vehicle accidents can be incredibly serious for anyone involved. But they can be... Read More
How to Find Out Your Car Window Tint Percentage
July 22, 2020
Whether you bought a new or second-hand car, it’s important to know what your car window tint percentage is. This is particularly vital if you are looking to further tint your windows and to ensure that the darkness of your tint adheres to your local law enforcement’s regulations. There are many reasons why you would want to tint your windows, ranging from climate control to UV protection, or even for safety reasons in the event of a crash. But how can you be certain what your window tint percentage really is and whether it’s a legal percentage? We will take... Read More