Can Hail Dent a Car?

[VanXavier]

Large hailstones can dent a car. Generally, hailstones the size of soybeans won't damage a car, but those similar in size to coins can easily harm the car's body and glass. If the car is not in motion during a hailstorm, covering it with a thick quilt can effectively reduce damage to the paint and glass. More related information is as follows: 1. Influencing Factors: Whether hail can damage a car entirely depends on the size of the hailstones. Typically, hailstones with a diameter of one centimeter or more can cause damage, while those smaller than one centimeter usually don't pose a significant problem. 2. Causes of Damage: During thunderstorms, hail may fall, and if the hailstones are large enough, they can damage the car. Since hail falls from a high altitude, the larger its mass, the greater its acceleration, resulting in more severe damage upon impact. Large hailstones often shatter the windshield or sunroof and can dent the car's roof or hood, leaving them pockmarked.