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How Fleet Vehicles Can Benefit From Regular Windscreen Checkups
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Windscreens play a fundamental role in the safety of every kind of vehicle, providing drivers with a clear view of the road ahead.
For businesses that run vehicle fleets, it’s even more important that the vehicles they provide are safe to drive in order to meet their legal obligations and minimise downtime in operations.
In this article, the team at The Windscreen Company will examine how fleet vehicles can benefit from regular windscreen checkups.
The integrity of a windscreen is vitally important when it comes to vehicle safety. First and foremost, it is designed to provide structural support to the vehicle’s roof, preventing it from collapsing in on the occupants of the car in the event of an accident. It will also act as a barrier to stop things coming into the car, or from people being ejected out of it in the event of a high-speed crash.
In addition to this, a windscreen helps keep people safe by providing them with a clear view of the road ahead. It allows drivers to see any hazards that may be approaching, something they may not notice if the windscreen has become damaged or obscured. This is why it’s imperative for any chips, cracks or scratches to be quickly rectified.
Plus, windscreens can also help with airbag functionality. When a crash occurs, a windscreen will ensure that the airbag inflates inwards to protect those inside. However, a damaged windscreen may not provide as much support which could result in the airbag not working correctly.
If windows on a vehicle are damaged, this means the occupants are at risk.
Not only will a driver’s vision be obscured, meaning they may struggle to see oncoming hazards, but a damaged windscreen is likely to be weaker – offering less protection if an accident occurs.
If you run a commercial fleet, it’s your legal responsibility to ensure that your vehicles are in a safe condition for you and your drivers. This includes having windscreens that meet legal requirements.
If an incident occurs and the vehicle is deemed to be unsafe due to its windscreen, you’ll be liable and could face a whole host of legal ramifications.
One of the best ways to ensure your windscreen remains in the best condition is to conduct regular windscreen checkups.
As well as giving you the assurance that your windscreen is keeping you safe when behind the wheel, regular windscreen checkups can provide you with a whole host of other benefits.
This includes a longer lifespan for windscreens, lower repair costs over time and can enhance the reputation of your fleet business.
A windscreen checkup involves frequent inspections and evaluations of the condition of a vehicle’s windscreen.
The process includes the following:
It’s not just windscreens that need to be well maintained on fleet vehicles. Many fleet businesses operate a proactive windscreen maintenance service that prevents issues from occurring, meaning vehicles stay in the safest and best condition at all times.
Some of the things that can be checked to ensure the fleet remains safe and ready to use include:
It’s also worthwhile keeping your fleet nice and clean. Not only does it make the vehicles look more appealing to potential customers, but a cleaner vehicle actually makes it more efficient to drive.
If you’re looking to reduce your fleet’s costs, take a look at this blog we’ve written on the topic.
At The Windscreen Company, we offer fleet windscreen replacement services and fleet windscreen repair services to our commercial customers. Operating across the West Midlands and the South East, our team of dedicated experts can ensure your fleet windscreens remain in the very best condition and that your vehicles are safe to drive.
To find out more about what we do, get in touch with our team today.
The Windscreen Company, has over 20 years of experience in windscreen repair and replacement. Since 1998, they have been at the forefront of industry innovation, leveraging the latest technology to ensure customer safety and satisfaction.
The Windscreen Company's, help-and-advice pages offer valuable tips and guidance on maintaining vehicle safety through quality windscreen care, while also featuring updated industry realted content.
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