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In answer to DB Norfolk (‘Art of glass’), I had a similar encounter. Not having windscreen cover on my elderly Peugeot 106, I shopped around for a quote, with Autoglass topping the scales at a whopping...
Bought a car 2 weeks ago, and someone in their wisdom decided to apply either intentionally or not, wax to the windscreen! (before my purchase) - looks maybe like an accidental runoff ? Anyway, every...
My wife's year 2000 BMW 728 E38 requires a new windscreen. We contacted our insurer, Swiftcover and were told that we could have the replacement handled completely by Auto-Glass. I phoned them a few days...
Regarding MS's email on page M7 of Telegraph Motoring about using Cif on his windscreen; I use a potato cut in half and the exposed part rubbed on the windscreen, followed by the screen washer/wipers to...
Reference today's 'Blade ruiner' comment, I would like to mention that a little vinegar on a small piece of lint free cloth is ideal for cleaning the inside and outside of windscreens (front and back!). (Keep...
Although my Ford Mondeo has a traction control switch to assist roadholding in icy conditions, I have found as an additional measure, when driving on particularly icy and ungritted sideroads, that switching...
We have a 2002 MGF. The detachable rear screen has become very misted and the dealer we spoke to could only suggest replacing it. Do you know of a cleaner or spray that would help to clear this?
Are there any tricks to prevent a windscreen icing up on the inside during winter? If it's unavoidable, what is the best way of dealing with it as quickly as possible before driving off? I assume leaving...
Getting the wax and silicone deposit off windscreens?
I have a 2003 Hyundai 1.3 GS Getz. It always passes its MOT, the last being in September, twice. I have had new wiper blades fitted but seem unable to overcome the juddering and graunching when using the...