Your vehicle’s side-view mirrors are essential to visibility on the road. Unfortunately, they’re also among its most vulnerable features due to their positioning and construction. While damaged mirrors can be fixed with auto glass replacement, here’s what you can do to keep them safe in the first place. 

How Can You Prevent Damage to Your Side-View Mirrors?

1. Avoid Parking in Busy Areas

Prevent other damage to your vehicle and reduce the odds of needing auto glass replacement by parking in less busy areas. Crowded parking spots and busy streets may allow you to get in and out of your destination quickly, but more people will be walking and driving past your car, increasing the chance of accidental damage to your mirrors. Whenever possible, park in a more remote area.

2. Be Careful in Tight Spaces 

Drive-throughs such as banks and fast-food restaurants can be tight. Go very slowly as you pull in or out, and don’t hesitate to turn your mirrors in if the space seems to be getting too close. Be mindful of your mirrors when pulling in or out of tight spaces, such as parallel parking, as you may clip it against an unseen obstacle like another car.

3. Turn Mirrors In at the Car Wash

Automated car washes use heavy-duty equipment to wash away grime. While the machinery is effective, it could also damage your mirrors. A malfunctioning piece of equipment could even break a mirror, although this is rare. Some vehicles have automatic folding side mirrors when the vehicle is put in park, but most can be manually adjusted.

Whether your side-view mirrors have been damaged or you have a cracked windshield, Auto Glass Experts in Hastings, NE, will help. Specializing in auto glass replacement, this locally owned and operated business helps drivers throughout the region get back on the road quickly after their auto glass is damaged. Call (402) 463-0025 or visit them online to request a free estimate.