Repair or replacement doesn’t have to be a chore. We have all seen it; a chip in the glass of a car or truck that eventually becomes a characteristic of the vehicle. Usually, the culprit was a small rock hurtling towards your face driving down the highway. In most circumstances, the small projectile is stopped by the windshield in front of you, thankfully. More often than not, the chip is left without repair. Unfortunately, those small chips can bring future issues you may not be aware of. The windshields today are a special type of glass, specifically for shatter-resistance, aerodynamics, and of course, safety. However, once the integrity of this material is compromised, it is no longer as strong and durable as manufacturer’s recommend. The fact is that once you have a chip, the intended safety of the glass is degraded and can lead to large cracks later.

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Owning a car is a great way to experience transportation freedom, and buying a used car rather than a new car is also a great way to be money savvy. Many dealers offer pre owned vehicles that are certified, inspected, and even have extended warranties. This makes purchasing and owning a used car a smart investment, especially since new vehicles have rapid depreciation rates compared to older vehicles. CARFAX notes “According to current depreciation rates, the value of a new vehicle can drop by more than 20 percent after the first 12 months of ownership. Then, for the next four years, you can expect your car to lose roughly 10 percent of its value annually. This means that a new car can be worth as little as 40 percent of its original purchase price after five years.” 

Obviously purchasing a previously owned vehicle has benefits and advantages. Cars like Cincinnati OH pre …