{"id":20286,"date":"2024-03-08T14:41:50","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T03:41:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/?p=20286"},"modified":"2024-03-25T15:33:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T04:33:31","slug":"pre-holiday-vehicle-glass-check-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/articles\/pre-holiday-vehicle-glass-check-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-Holiday Vehicle Glass Check-up: The O\u2019Brien\u00ae Quick Check for Peace of Mind for the upcoming holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"

Can you believe it\u2019s March already, and the first extended holiday weekend is soon upon us? Whether you are planning to do day trips or longer trips away over the upcoming Easter long weekend, it’s going to be more comfortable if you take care of those little things that sit right in front of you (literally).<\/p>\n

This is especially the case when it comes to your windscreen, as your windscreen is like the eyes of your car.<\/p>\n

Between the day-to-day hustle and bustle of work, school and everyday life, our vehicles can often take a backseat to your task list, until you know there\u2019s a trip coming up.<\/p>\n

So, it\u2019s timely to check your windscreen so you can act on any repairs and maintenance needed, to avoid inconvenience of emergency repairs when you least expect it…<\/p>\n

In this guide, we’ll give you a few quick tips for your vehicle glass that you need to focus on as part of your pre-holiday car check-up to keep you confidently cruising on the roads. So, buckle up as we guide you toward ensuring your road ahead to the holiday drive is clear, comfortable and trouble-free as possible.<\/p>\n

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  1. Windscreen Wipers<\/li>\n
  2. Windscreen Chips<\/li>\n
  3. Cabin Filter<\/li>\n
  4. ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Windscreen Wipers<\/h2>\n

    Worn-out or otherwise damaged windscreen wipers can potentially hinder visibility, leading to compromised driving conditions when it\u2019s raining.<\/p>\n

    This is especially the case across many parts of our country, where one day might be beautiful and shining but the next brings significant amounts of rainfall, catching you off guard. With varied and unpredictable weather, it\u2019s important to regularly inspect and replace worn wiper blades to ensure they can effectively clear rain or debris from the windscreen.<\/p>\n

    With the right quality wipers, like those from Bosch, you can take an important step toward improving your driving visibility and keeping your windscreen clean and streak-free.\u202fIn fact, when purchased through O\u2019Brien\u00ae<\/a>, we\u2019ll fit them for you for free.<\/p>\n

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    Windscreen Chips<\/h2>\n

    The busy start to the year involves loads of driving on our busy and often bumpy roads. If you\u2019ve had a small rock flick up from the road, and caused a chip, you may have that on your to-do list to get repaired,<\/p>\n

    Whether it\u2019s a small chip or tiny crack in your vehicle windscreen, it\u2019s time to act before you take off on a road trip, as any damage on your windscreen means it\u2019s weak and the damage can spread. From a chip to a crack or a small crack to a bigger one, it\u2019s best to get all windscreen damage looked at as soon as it appears. Fortunately, in most cases, a windscreen chip can be repaired.<\/p>\n

    At O\u2019Brien\u00ae, our expert technicians will first assess the chip damage to see if it can be repaired by us, then use our Advanced Repair Technology (ART)<\/a> kit and process to deliver a lasting repair where your chip was. The finish will be smooth and not impede the driver\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n

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    Cabin Filter<\/h2>\n

    Out of sight, out of mind. Many car owners never think to consider the air quality inside their vehicles. Yet, air quality is one of the most important factors when it comes to the cleanliness and comfort of your car and the well-being of your passengers.<\/p>\n

    Over time, cabin filters become clogged with dust, pollen, pollutants, and other harmful microorganisms so when neglected, they can compromise the air quality inside your vehicle, leading to issues like:<\/p>\n