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Windshield wipers are some of the most important and practical parts of our cars, but they are also often overlooked, and we tend to replace them long after they are worn out. Most of the time we make ...

Running out of windshield wiper fluid when trying to clear dirt or snow while driving is frustrating and dangerous. Making ...

Unless you live in one of those odd everything-is-the-same-all-the-time no-weather places such as Los Angeles—I’m looking at you, The Drive editor Jonathon Klein—driving in the rain is a normal part ...

Windshield wipers may perform a simple function but an undeniably crucial one. Without them, the natural world would do a number on your windshield, caking it with water, dirt, pollen, and any other ...

During winter, car owners in snow-prone areas are faced with the dilemma of either lifting or not lifting their windshield wipers. While either position has its advantages, many longtime drivers in ...

Your windshield is dirty, and the wipers aren’t clearing the dirt and water like they used to. Chances are that it is time to change one of the essential consumables in your car. It’s not just about ...

Most motorists don’t think about their windshield wiper blades until they get caught in a rainstorm and realize they can’t see, yet these cheap, often-forgotten parts are as important as tires and ...

Consumer Reports no longer updates this product category and maintains it for archival purposes only. It’s easy to forget that wipers are a safety feature—until you end up driving in heavy rain or ...

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As fall sets in, you might notice that it’s getting harder and harder to see out the front window of your car. If your windshield wipers don’t clear your windshield, or if they leave nasty streaks as ...