Does Privacy Glass Need Tinting?
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Privacy glass does not require tinting. The functions of automotive glass are: 1. To shield from wind and rain, and reduce noise; 2. To lower wind resistance and guide airflow; 3. To protect the safety of passengers. The maintenance methods for automotive glass include: 1. Using dedicated or suitable wiper blades and replacing them promptly; 2. Keeping the windshield clean; 3. Using automotive-specific glass cleaner. The method to determine the age of automotive glass is: 1. Check the coding at the lower left or right corner of the window glass; 2. The numbers represent the year, and the dots represent the month. Dots before the number indicate the first half of the year, with the month calculated by subtracting the number of dots from 7. Dots after the number indicate the second half of the year, with the month calculated by subtracting the number of dots from 13.
Having driven several cars with privacy glass, my experience is that tinting depends on personal needs. Privacy glass mainly addresses the issue of visibility from outside—dark enough to block views, but its heat insulation varies. Driving under the summer sun with my arm burning from the heat, I often regret not getting the windows tinted. A good quality heat-insulating film can block more infrared rays, reducing the strain on the AC. Plus, tinting adds an extra layer of protection; if a stone hits the glass, it's less likely to shatter into pieces. Of course, if you're on a tight budget, privacy glass itself is already much better than clear glass and sufficient for daily commutes. But spending an extra thousand or so on a reliable film does make long drives noticeably more comfortable.
