In this post by AMSOIL: Huff Oil Group in Fayetteville, NC, we’ll cover some essential windshield care to keep one of the most critical safety features on your vehicle in the best shape possible.

Windshield care is one step in your vehicle’s maintenance routine you shouldn’t skip over. Consult the experts at Huff Oil Group at (910) 988-9328 for information on the best products for your windshield, like AMSOIL’s Glass Cleaner. Place your order in AMSOIL’s online shop anytime!

Tips for Cleaning Your Windshield

Staying safe on the road has many aspects, but one that is often overlooked and essential to staying safe is your windshield care. It might be your first instinct to run your wipers for a few minutes when you see something stuck to your windshield, but sometimes this is not the most efficient way to get it off, and it can even be hazardous as you could lose visibility of the road while trying to clean it.

Always Use Soft Fabrics

A basic rule for cleaning your windshield is always to use soft fabrics as rougher ones could damage or scratch your windshield. Your best option is to use a clean microfiber cloth, free of any debris that could scratch the windshield.

Clean Off-Road Residue

Before hitting the road, it’s essential to ensure that your windshield is clean and has enough visibility. Seeing the road better is a matter of safety, and cleaning your windshield before leaving can prevent delays on the road from stopping and cleaning it. If you haven’t used your car for a while, it’s possible that dirt and grease from the road has accumulated on it, which could make cleaning it a bit harder. Use a microfiber towel to clean the excess dirt before adding water into the equation.

Using Soap, Water, and Degreaser

Once your windshield is free of dirt, use a mix of water, soap, and a bit of degreaser if necessary to get the grime off quickly. Ensure that the degreaser you choose doesn’t contain corrosive chemicals that would hurt your car’s paint job and windshield.

Safely Removing Tough Substances

If you run into a tough substance while following your windshield care routine and the soap, water, and degreaser mixture isn’t doing the trick, hot water can help you loosen any remaining residue. The only caveat is that you should avoid pouring water over 120ºF as it could damage it. Once the substance has loosened up, with a clean cloth or a soft brush, scrub it off in circular motions.

Non-Stick Treatments

Using a non-stick treatment can prevent dust, insects, and even frost from sticking to your windshield. Once it’s clean, spray the treatment on it to make it easier to clean in the future.

For excellent products to care for every part of your vehicle, call Huff Oil Group at (910) 988-9328 and speak to one of their oil experts for advice on what products fit your car’s needs. Once you’re ready to order, don’t hesitate to visit AMSOIL’s online shop to place it today.

How to Care for Your Windshield in Difficult Conditions

Avoid Construction Areas and Trucks

Cleaning your windshield with the right products and technique is only one part of keeping it in good condition. Other things, like avoiding trucks and construction areas where debris and gravel might fly off, are also essential. These materials can seriously damage your windshield to the point of having to replace them, so do your best to avoid them. If your windshield already has a crack, replace it as soon as possible to avoid obstructing your view.

Be Careful When Removing Ice and Snow

Lastly, this might not be the season for removing snow and ice from your windshield. Still, it’s good to remember how to do so safely for future reference. The best way to remove ice from it is to use an ice scraper to get as much off as possible. If it doesn’t come off, try using a bit of antifreeze to defrost it and scrape it off quickly. Remember to always scrape in the same direction to avoid scratching the windshield. For snow, remove as much as possible with a bristle brush. Always avoid hot water as the sudden temperature change can make your windshield crack.

We hope these tips help you create your windshield care routine. If you have any other questions about windshield or vehicle care, don’t hesitate to call the friendly oil pros at Huff Oil Group at (910) 988-9328, and they’ll gladly answer any questions you might have. Once you’re ready to place an order, visit AMSOIL's online shop to see their full range of products 24/7.