What to Do When the Windshield Gets White Spots from Pebble Impacts?
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While driving at high speeds, it's inevitable for the windshield to be hit by small pebbles on the road, leaving marks. Here are the solutions: 1. Owners with financial means can opt for professional automotive beauty shops to perform cosmetic repairs. 2. Alternatively, you can purchase glass repair fluid and perform the repair yourself; however, this is only suitable for damages within a 2cm size range. Damages exceeding this area require windshield replacement. Notes: Some cracks and dents on the windshield can be repaired, while others cannot. If the crack is too long or the dent is too large, repair might not be possible due to limited repair effectiveness. However, small marks caused by pebbles on the car windshield can be fully repaired.
I've been driving for over a decade and have encountered windshield chips caused by flying stones several times. Once on the highway, a small stone hit and left a tiny white spot, which I initially ignored. However, within days, temperature fluctuations caused it to develop into a major crack. Later, I visited a professional auto glass shop where the technician explained that untreated chips can expand and compromise driving safety. They fixed it with resin filling in just minutes, costing a few hundred yuan. My advice is to visit a repair shop immediately upon noticing any damage – don't delay. Maintaining safe following distances, especially on highways, can help prevent such incidents. If cracks grow too large, entire windshield replacement becomes necessary at significantly higher costs. Always choose certified repair shops for guaranteed quality and peace of mind.
