How To Protect Your Vehicle During This Freezing New Jersey Weather

I was driving last night when, out of nowhere, my windshield completely spidered across the glass.

It all started from a tiny nick I got over the summer when a small rock kicked up while I was driving on the Garden State Parkway.

I remember it like it was yesterday!

It seemed so minor and easy to ignore, but with these freezing temperatures we've been dealing with here in New Jersey, that little chip finally gave way, turning into a web of cracks in just a matter of seconds.

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And there's no relief in sight from this cold weather!

Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow says the lows this week will be near zero, and it's only getting up to the low 20's for a high.

Preventing Windshield Damage From New Jersey's Freezing Temperatures

Freezing temperatures can really do a number on our vehicles, especially windshields.

To help avoid damage during the winter months, experts recommend using your defroster slowly, being gentle when removing ice, keeping your distance from road crews to avoid rocks from being kicked up, and repairing small chips before they have a chance to spread.

Trust me, I shouldn't taken that advice!

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Keep Vehicles Safe From Winter Damages

It's also crucial to keep your car clean during the winter months, as all that salt, sand, and ice-melting chemicals on the roads can take a toll on your vehicle.

A trip to the car wash is definitely necessary to prevent rust and corrosion, espeically underneath your car, where all that grime can really build up.