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Why Choose an ADAS Compliant Auto Glass Repair Shop?

Throughout the last decade, we’ve made rapid advancements in the technology available to road warriors everywhere. In today’s vehicles, back-up cameras, lane departure warnings, collision avoidance systems, adaptive cruise control, and many other features are becoming standard. But what isn’t standard, is Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) compliance. Among all auto glass repair shops, only a fraction are ADAS compliant. If you own a vehicle with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems like those mentioned above, you’ll require ADAS compliance should you ever need auto glass repair or replacement. Below, the pros at Only 1 Auto Glass discuss the importance of ADAS compliance and why you should choose a shop that carries this certification.

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Minor Auto Glass Damage: Is it Really That Dangerous?

Most of us have done it—we notice a chip in our auto glass and just keep on driving, hoping it won’t turn into a bigger problem. But is this practice really safe? Or could harm befall us as a result of our negligent ways? While it may not seem that a small rock chip or tiny crack might endanger our safety, the fact is, it very well could. Driving with damaged auto glass not only puts your vehicle at greater risk for serious damage, but it puts you and your passengers’ safety on the line. Below, our experts at Only 1 Auto Glass discuss the various ways your chipped and cracked windows are endangering you.

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Following Too Close: How Driving Habits Put Your Windshield at Risk

Have a tendency to tailgate? Never heard of the three-second rule? If this sounds like you, your driving habits could be putting your windshield at risk. Following too closely is one bad driving habit you need to break if you hope to keep your vehicle (and yourself) intact. And not only does following too closely put you and your vehicle at risk, it puts other drivers in precarious positions, too. Here to discuss how your tailgating habits put your windshield at risk are the auto glass pros at Only 1 Auto Glass.

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When to Get Your Windshield Replaced

Your windshield is designed to handle some major pressure. It's there to protect you in the event of a major accident; therefore, it's to the car maker's benefit to make it as strong as possible for each of their loyal buyers. However, it's also not immune to wear and tear over time. If your windshield has already sustained more than a few damages along the way, you may want to consider the following to see if it should be replaced.

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The Importance of ADAS Recalibration

It is estimated that by 2020, almost 50% of cars on the road will have some sort of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) installed as a key safety feature. These necessary, but complicated, systems can require detailed recalibration if your windshield is replaced. This service is usually covered by most insurance companies, but finding an experienced auto glass provider to help with recalibration can be difficult. If you have your windshield repaired or replaced at Only 1 Auto Glass, our team of trained technicians can perform ADAS recalibration to get your vehicle back to new.

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Auto Glass?

Most insurance companies prefer you have both cracked or chipped windshields replaced. If a person has comprehensive coverage as part of their auto insurance, the cost (which is less any appropriate deductible) is usually covered for a full windshield replacement.

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Will You Have to Pay for Windshield Repair?

The potential cost of windshield repair holds many people back from having this service performed. Not only does that give the windshield damage a chance to worsen, the delay may be unnecessary altogether. Car insurance may cover all of the costs of repairs or replacements of windshields and even other auto glass repair services.

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3 Common Reasons Why Rear Automobile Windows Need to Be Replaced

If the rear window on your sedan, SUV, or truck is cracked or broken, it will most likely need to be replaced. One of the top reasons why front windshields chip, crack, or break is due to road debris, such as flying rocks. However, this is not a common reason why windshields sustain damage. Read on to learn about some of the most common reasons why your rear automobile window becomes broken and needs to be repaired or replaced.

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Get Rock Chips Fixed Before They Spread

The sight of a tiny rock chip in your windshield or other car window may not seem alarming, but it actually requires immediate action. This is because little chips and dings will, under the wrong circumstances, quickly spread into long cracks. Once a crack is too long, it can no longer be repaired. At that point, the only choice is to replace the glass. As you can imagine, replacement is far more expensive than repair.

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Enjoy Convenient Auto Glass Repair or Replacement

Getting any kind of car repairs can give you pause, not only because of the potential costs, but because of the time involved. However, if you've been putting off auto glass repair for these reasons, you don't have to wait any longer. Our affordable and convenient mobile service comes to you, so you don't have to take time out of your busy day to get your chipped or cracked auto glass replaced.

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Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding your windshield repair needs? Would you like a free estimate? Please don’t hesitate to call us today at 651.789.1111 or Email Us and we will be happy to assist you.