Wiper Blades and Those Afternoon Thunderstorms

Spring in Middle Tennessee is famous for sudden afternoon thunderstorms that can turn a clear, sunny drive through Franklin into a heavy downpour in a matter of minutes. When that rain hits, worn wiper blades smear and streak across the glass, and suddenly you are straining to see the car ahead of you on a slick road. Wiper blades are one of the least expensive and most overlooked safety items on your vehicle, yet they play a direct role in whether you can see clearly when it matters most.

Weather and constant sunlight are especially hard on wipers. The same sun that bakes your dashboard also dries out and cracks the rubber on your blades, so a set that worked perfectly last fall may be chattering, skipping, and leaving streaks by spring. If your wipers are noisy or no longer clearing the glass in one smooth pass, it is time to replace them.

At Reliable Automotive in Franklin, we can quickly check your wipers and install quality blades that clear your windshield cleanly, even in a hard Tennessee rain. While we are at it, we can top off your washer fluid so you are ready for the pollen, dust, and bugs that build up on the glass.

Do not wait until you are caught in a storm on I-65 with poor visibility to realize your wipers are worn out. Let us make sure you can see the road clearly all season long.