Proper maintenance is important for every car owner, whether you're talking about prized antique cars or vehicles that are more suited to daily driving. Charlotte AutoFair aims to assist drivers in caring for their vehicles by providing some essential maintenance tips, including methods for keeping wiper blades intact for as long as possible. Known among locals as the area’s best vintage car show, this bi-annual event allows car collectors, sellers, and enthusiasts to converge over 150 acres of vintage vehicles. 

While wiper blades are often given less thought than other vehicle components, they are important to ensure a safe trip when driving in inclement weather. The first step to proper wiper blade maintenance is to keep the windshield as clean as possible. Accumulated dirt and debris on your windshield can wreak havoc on wipers by wearing down rubber components, and this wear can be prevented by dutifully cleaning your windshield when filling up. An occasional cleaning of your wipers is also recommended. Wipers can easily be cleaned with a cloth or paper towel sprayed with a bit of window cleaner.

The lifespan of your wipers can also be extended by clearing off any ice or snow from your windshield before operating them. Hardened ice can damage blades by chipping away at the rubber over time. A dependable ice scraper is perfect in this case, as it will allow you to remove any ice and snow before they can damage your wiper blades.

In addition to offering some great maintenance tips, Charlotte AutoFair also provides car enthusiasts the opportunity to see and be seen at their one-of-a-kind vintage car show events. Check them out on Facebook to receive regular updates on the latest events, visit their website, or call (704) 841-1990 for information on renting lots.