Book Your Windscreen Replacement Online – No Call Centres, No Waiting, No Waffle

Mike Flanagan 22 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

A flying stone, a sudden crack, that sinking feeling… and then the dread of phoning around for quotes. We’ve all been there. But you don’t need to queue for a call centre or wait for someone to “get back to you”. You can sort it yourself, right now, in a couple of minutes.The old way (and why it’...

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...

Clear View Ahead: The VW Golf Windscreen and Its Care

Mike Flanagan 14 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

The Volkswagen Golf is a beloved hatchback icon with over 35 million sold worldwide, and its windscreen plays a big part in why drivers trust it. A clear, intact windscreen isn’t just for looking sharp – it’s vital for safety. In fact, a cracked or chipped screen can blur your view of the road or...

BMW 1 Series Windscreen Replacement Guide: Costs, Process & Top Tips

Mike Flanagan 09 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Looking out of a spider-webbed windscreen on your BMW 1 Series is like trying to enjoy a saucy rom-com with your specs on upside down—frustrating and a bit daft. Getting that crystal-clear view back is simpler than parallel parking in Croydon. Here’s your guide to BMW 1 Series windscreen replacem...

Behind the Green Glass: The Secret to UV-Free, Glare-Free Driving

Mike Flanagan 09 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

In today’s episode of the UKWindscreens blog, we’re busting myths about that barely-there green wash on your entire windscreen. It’s not mood lighting, and it certainly isn’t algae—around 85 per cent of UK windscreens come with this sage-tinted glass straight from the factory. Here’s why it’s a b...

UK Windscreen Insurance: Claiming for Chips & Replacements

Mike Flanagan 08 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

When you notice a chip or crack in your windscreen, it’s natural to wonder whether you should claim on your insurance or pay for the repair yourself. Let’s talk through the pros and cons:Pros of claiming on windscreen insuranceNo upfront costIf you’ve got comprehensive cover with a dedicated glas...

The Windscreen Revolution: How Smart Glass is Enhancing Safety and Driving Experience

Mike Flanagan 07 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Modern car windscreens are no longer merely slabs of glass separating drivers from the elements. In today’s vehicles, the humble windscreen has evolved into a high-tech hub of safety features and innovations. From built-in sensors and cameras to head-up displays and special coatings, advanced win...

Can it be repaired, or do I need a replacement windscreen?

Mike Flanagan 07 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

When you spot that tell-tale star-shaped crack or “bullseye” on your windscreen, your first thought is probably: can this be fixed, or am I looking at a full replacement? The good news is that, in the vast majority of cases, small chips and cracks can be repaired quickly, safely and affordably ri...

What cars come with heated windscreens as standard?

Mike Flanagan 07 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Ready for frosty mornings: here are some of the most popular cars in the UK that come with a heated windscreen as standard, so you can melt away ice and mist at the touch of a button without ever picking up a scraper.1. Ford PumaFord’s Quickclear system was the first heated windscreen technology ...

Posts in Windscreen Replacement category

Book Your Windscreen Replacement Online – No Call Centres, No Waiting, No Waffle

Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen?

Clear View Ahead: The VW Golf Windscreen and Its Care

BMW 1 Series Windscreen Replacement Guide: Costs, Process & Top Tips

Behind the Green Glass: The Secret to UV-Free, Glare-Free Driving

UK Windscreen Insurance: Claiming for Chips & Replacements

The Windscreen Revolution: How Smart Glass is Enhancing Safety and Driving Experience

Can it be repaired, or do I need a replacement windscreen?

What cars come with heated windscreens as standard?

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