Your windshield plays a crucial role in your vehicle’s overall safety. At Winners
Circle Collision, we prioritize safety, precision, and education—because we
know an informed customer is a safer customer. Let’s break down why your
windshield matters more than mere visibility.
What Makes a Windshield Structural?
Modern vehicles are designed with integrated structural systems— every part
plays a role in the overall safety of the car, especially during collisions. Your
windshield is bonded to the frame using advanced adhesives, and it’s
engineered to do way more than just seeing through it. Let’s break down the
benefits of a high-quality windshield.
- Provide up to 60% of cabin strength in a rollover.
- Support proper airbag deployment by acting as a backstop for
- passenger-side airbags.
- Prevent the roof from caving in during serious accidents.
- Help maintain body rigidity in high-speed crashes
So when a windshield is improperly installed or damaged, your safety could
potentially be significantly less.
The Risks of a Poor Installation or Ignoring Damage
Failing to replace a damaged windshield or using subpar installation
techniques can lead to:
- Airbag malfunctions: If your windshield pops out during an accident,
- airbags might deploy incorrectly or fail altogether.
- Structural failure: In a rollover, a weak or cracked windshield may
- collapse, increasing the risk of injury or ejection.
- Water leaks & rust: Improper seals can leave your car exposed to water
- damage, mold, and corrosion.
Repair or Replace: What’s the Right Move?
A small chip doesn’t always mean a full replacement is necessary. However,
cracks over six inches, damage in the driver’s line of sight, or any compromise
near the edge of the glass usually require a full replacement. The cost can vary
depending on the make/model and whether your vehicle has ADAS features
(Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) that need recalibration post-installation.
How Winners Circle Collision Keeps You Safe
At Winners Circle Collision, we treat every windshield job as a critical safety
repair—not just a cosmetic fix. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Certified Technicians trained in OEM-approved installation procedures.
- ADAS Recalibration after windshield replacement to ensure features
- like lane assist and automatic emergency braking work correctly.
- Top-Tier Adhesives & Glass that meet or exceed federal crash safety
- standards.
- Thorough Safety Inspections to ensure structural integrity post-repair.
Whether it’s a small chip or a full replacement, we’ve got you covered, safely,
reliably, and professionally.
Final Thoughts
Your windshield is a front-line defense in keeping you and your passengers
safe. Don’t cut corners with a key component of safety. If you notice a crack or
chip, or if you’ve recently been in a collision, Winners Circle Collision is here to
help.
If you have questions about parts, repairs, or want a second opinion on an
estimate, we’re here to help. Stop by either of our locations or reach out to us
online. We’re ready to get you back on the road with confidence.
