You’re driving back home and it suddenly starts raining. The first thing you do is turn on your windshield wipers, but what if they’re not working as well as they should? United Auto Parts provides the driving community in Kahului, HI with quality car parts and auto accessories, and they want you to know the importance of having good wipers.

Wipers are essential to helping you see through your windshield in bad weather, and you don’t want to find out they’re not working properly when you need them. Factors—such as weather, use, and time—deteriorate the rubber on your wiper blades. In freezing temperatures the rubber gets hard and brittle, which makes it easier for your blades to crack. 

Hot weather can warp the blades, keeping them from properly wiping your windshield. When you use the wipers to clean dirt, dust, and grime from your windshield, they act as abrasives that wear away the blade and make it less effective. As your wipers get older, they become less flexible and may be unable to conform to your windshield. This leaves areas that are not wiped, and can obstruct your view.

When you get new windshield wipers, here are some things you should consider:

• Spring tension in wiper arm. This helps your wipers keep consistent and firm contact with your windshield so you will get the best cleaning.
• Number of pressure points. More pressure points on the wiper blade gives it more flexibility, and this allows your wiper to follow the curvature of your windshield.
• Materials. Wipers blades are normally made of natural rubber. However, there are types available, which are made of composites that are durable and will cleanly wipe your windshield.

Good wipers are essential for your safety on the road and for the drivers around you. Contact United Auto Parts at (808) 871-6272 to speak to a professional about the right wipers for you. You can also visit their website to view their full inventory on car accessories, car batteries, brake parts, and more.