Driving with a cluttered windshield is more than just an inconvenience, it’s a safety issue. If hanging items are big enough or there are too many, they can distract the driver and put passengers in danger. Because of this, you can actually be pulled over if an officer thinks an item hanging in your car is potentially obstructing your view or acting as a distraction. To avoid th ... Full story
We always hear about the dangers of drunk driving, but how often do we hear about the dangers of drowsy driving? It turns out there is the same increase in crash risk of someone who is driving while drowsy as someone who is driving while intoxicated. According to a study done by the AAA, you are four times more likely to have a car crash when you are tired.
At Discount Auto Glass, we con ... Full story
One of the worst feelings after a long night is returning to your car just to see someone has broken into it. Unfortunately, this scene is a reality for over one million people. While there’s no way to completely prevent a break-in from happening, there are some steps you can take to lower your chances of experiencing one this holiday season. Take a look at these five tips:
... Full storyWe’re well into the Fall season. And, while you either love or hate the shorter days and cooler breezes, there’s one aspect of fall that we can all agree on: the beautiful colors! With the amount of nature surrounding us in Arkansas, Southern Missouri, and Memphis, we’re lucky to be able to experience this beauty at every turn. Next time you’re free, take some ... Full story
A car is one of the biggest investments you can own. As such, it comes as no surprise that you want to protect it from potentially harmful weather, like hail. Luckily, hail damage is preventable. When you’re at the mercy of mother nature, taking precautions to prevent
1. Be aware of your surroundings. Scope out the area you are in and watch where you park. Whil ... Full story
With thousands of miles of river, hundreds of lakes, two national forests, 52 state parks and the first national river, there is no wonder why Arkansas is nicknamed “the Natural State,” and there is no better way to explore Arkansas than with an autumn road trip across the state.
Fall is the perfect season in which to explore Arkansas. The leaves begin to change colors in Oct ... Full story
Think about this scenario: You turn onto a main highway behind a huge semi-truck. All of a sudden, the truck in front of you slings a small rock into your windshield and leaves a small Clean dirt and debris out from the crack and spread clear acrylic nail polish across the crack and the area around it. The nail polish will hold the glass together and works great as a temporary solution until yo ... Full story
Bumper stickers are a great way to decorate your car, promote an idea or just let everyone know what you stand for. Sometimes these bumper stickers can get outdated. Whether it’s just that a certain President isn’t running for President anymore or that you’ve matured and method is slightly less effective than the boiling water method, but it is also slightly safer as you do no ... Full story
Mason jars are a staple of American history. They are designed to preserve food and can be utilized for a variety of other uses. Patented in 1858 by John Mason, the Mason jar has changed how individuals prepare and save their food from spoiling. Today, many use them to decorate with or serve food. We wanted to share our top three recipes you can easily create and serve in Mason jars this summer ... Full story
Just about anywhere you look, you will see glass. This is because it is one of the most useful materials we have. It is transparent, strong and it doesn’t melt or react to chemicals. We use it for windows, jars, bottles, and, Discount Auto Glass’ personal favorite, automobiles.
For being a common material, glass is a mystery to many of us. Most people do not know exactly what ... Full story
