Why ADAS Calibration Matters After a Windscreen Replacement

Mike Flanagan 08 Feb 2026

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

Understanding ADAS in modern vehiclesModern vehicles are far more advanced than they were even a few years ago, and ADAS is a big part of that progress. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems include features such as lane departure warnings, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and t...

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Windscreen Chip (Even If It Looks Small)

Mike Flanagan 08 Feb 2026

Windscreen Repair Hints and Tips

It’s one of those things most drivers have experienced at least once.You’re driving along, there’s a sudden tap on the glass, and when you stop you notice a small chip in the windscreen. It doesn’t look too bad. The car still drives fine. Visibility seems okay.So it’s tempting to leave it and dea...

Why Fewer Insurance Companies Are Offering Glass Cover as Standard

Mike Flanagan 07 Feb 2026

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

For a long time, glass cover was one of those things drivers didn’t think twice about. Windscreen cracked? Call the insurer, pay a small excess, job done.These days, it’s not quite that simple.More and more drivers are discovering that glass cover isn’t always included as standard anymore, or tha...

Can side windows be repairs or does it need replacing?

Mike Flanagan 07 Feb 2026

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

If you’ve ever had a side window damaged, your first question is probably a simple one:Can it be repaired, or does it need replacing?It’s a fair question, and one we hear all the time. Windscreens can often be repaired, so it’s natural to assume side windows work the same way. Unfortunately, they...

Car Side Window Replacement | Fast, Mobile & Affordable UK Service

Mike Flanagan 15 Aug 2025

Hints and Tips

If you’ve found yourself with a smashed or cracked car side window, you’re probably wondering how quickly it can be fixed, how much it will cost, and what the process involves. At UKWindscreens, we make car side window replacement straightforward, with clear pricing and a fully mobile service to ...

Claiming on Insurance for Windscreen Replacement

Mike Flanagan 14 Aug 2025

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

If your windscreen has cracked, chipped, or taken a knock from a stray stone, you might be wondering whether your insurance can help cover the cost. The good news? In many cases, it can – and at UK Windscreens, we work directly with a wide range of insurers to make the process as smooth as possib...

Can I get my windscreen replaced for free?

Mike Flanagan 25 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

In short: no. Whilst some windscreen chips can be repaired for free under your insurance windscreen cover, windscreen replacement almost always carries a cost. Read on to find out when you might pay only the excess, and when you’ll have to cover the full bill yourself.How Windscreen Cover WorksMa...

Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen?

Mike Flanagan 14 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

In a summary, while it’s not automatically illegal to drive with a tiny chip or hairline crack in your windscreen, the law does draw the line when that damage begins to impair your vision. Under the Road Traffic Act, you’re responsible for keeping your vehicle safe, and a cracked windscreen can l...

Posts in Hints and Tips category

Why ADAS Calibration Matters After a Windscreen Replacement

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Windscreen Chip (Even If It Looks Small)

Why Fewer Insurance Companies Are Offering Glass Cover as Standard

Can side windows be repairs or does it need replacing?

Car Side Window Replacement | Fast, Mobile & Affordable UK Service

Claiming on Insurance for Windscreen Replacement

Can I get my windscreen replaced for free?

Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen?

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