How to Protect Your Vehicle From Hail Damage

Hailstorms can cause devastating damage to property, including your car. If you don't take steps to protect your vehicle, the damage can be significant – we are not talking about just a few dents. Before the next hailstorm passes through, here's what you can do to protect your car from auto hail damage.

Remember that a carport might not provide comprehensive cover because hail is often accompanied by strong winds that blow from all angles. To minimize hail damage, try to park the car in the center with the windshield facing the direction of the hailstorm. Windshields are the most robust glass on your vehicle, while other windows are more likely to shatter from the hail. 

If you can't find a suitable structure to park your car underneath, purchasing a thick protective cloth to cover your vehicle is the next best thing.

If you're on the road when it happens, the first thing you should do is find cover, perhaps a parking garage, bridge, a covered gas station, or an overpass. If you can't find a substantial cover, the next best thing is to park next to a large building, on the opposite side from where the wind is blowing. 

If there is nowhere to shelter your car, don't try to outrun the storm; pullover instead. Make sure that your car is parked at an angle where your shatter-resistant windshield will face the brunt of the hail. Shelter in the middle of your vehicle and wait for the hailstorm to pass.

Even with these tips, hailstorm damage is unavoidable. If that happens, the next step is to find a reputable shop that can get your car in good condition again. You can make Wyo Dent Co your one-stop shop because we can help you with hail damage repair.

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