Many of us have been in this scenario: driving down the road in the rain, you turn on your windshield wipers only to have them do an inadequate job clearing your field of view. Perhaps the wiper is ...

CARS.COM — If your windshield wiper blades leave streaks and smears, or if they scrape and chatter even when there is plenty of moisture on the glass, your car could need new wiper blades. If in bad ...

Ever noticed those scratches on your windshield and wondered if they seem to be getting worse every time you use your wipers? Wiper scratches may seem like a minor annoyance at first, but they can ...

Upwards of 4-6" of snowfall and dangerous subzero weather is forecast for Central Indiana this weekend. Is your vehicle ready for it?

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. A windshield repair kit isn't a miracle solution, but for some minor chips, it will save you a trip to an expensive ...

Changing your own wipers is quick and easy. Save time and money changing them yourself instead of going to the dealership. Windshield wipers are one of the most important parts of your car. If you've ...

This article was updated in January 2026 with new products and information. It's incredible the difference a good set of wiper blades can make. Without them, driving through a downpour is nearly ...

Windshield wipers are powered by a small electric motor, usually mounted on the firewall or under the cowl (the area under the windshield’s base). The motor activates linkage that moves the wiper arms ...

Many drivers lift their wipers before a snowstorm to keep them from freezing to the glass. But does it actually help — or ...

Hyundai has announced the recall of more than 167,000 Palisade SUVs because of a problem with the driver-side windshield wiper. Snow and/or ice buildup on the windshield could obstruct the wiper arm ...