Laminated windshields effectively became mandatory for automakers by the early 1970s, at least in the United States. But why ...

With some automakers changing the type of glass used in side windows, experts say it's a good idea to know what type of windows your car has because it can affect your escape plan if the vehicle is in ...

There are two main types of glass in a car: laminated and tempered glass. This summer as you hit the road, you might want to check out your car windows. The American Automobile Association (AAA) is ...

It's beautiful: living in Florida and being surrounded by a lot of water. But every year, something goes wrong and vehicles make their way into a body of water. At that moment, that's when every ...

To empower everyday consumers with direct access to life-saving tools engineered for first responders, LIFELINE introduces the EVAC-PRO (TM), the only handheld consumer device proven to cut laminated ...

If your car ends up in a canal, what’s your escape plan? If it’s getting out through the window, you might want to double check that, according to AAA. New research conducted by the motor club ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. As car sunroofs have expanded in size in ...

DETROIT (AP) — Car windows are designed to protect you in an accident. But they won't necessarily protect you from the sun. Automotive glass must meet a host of government standards in the U.S. and ...

They sell specialized tools that will help you break car windows in an emergency, but you can also use a spark plug to do the job. Here's why it works.