Is Window Tinting Necessary for UV-Protected Car Glass?

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Eden
07/30/25 1:51am
If the glass already has UV protection/heat insulation properties, then solar film may not be necessary. The primary functions of solar film are UV protection and heat insulation. For safety considerations, applying a security film is advisable. Modern automotive films not only offer UV protection and heat insulation but also provide shatterproof capabilities. Correct usage methods for car window films: 1. Avoid rolling windows up/down for 3 days after installation, and refrain from washing the film or activating defogger lines for one week. If bubbles appear post-installation, visit the installation shop within 24 hours for treatment; prevent direct airflow from air conditioners onto the film to avoid intense thermal expansion/contraction. 2. High-quality automotive films feature one-way protection: externally impact-resistant while being easily breakable from inside. In emergencies, owners can strike the four corners of side windows with blunt objects, causing the entire glass pane to detach cleanly for safe escape.
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