5 tips to help you buy car umbrellas

1. Is there a standard size?

That’s a perfectly rational question, as windshields come in a variety of dimensions. The sun visor of a car does not fit the windshield of an 18-wheeler. The dimensions for the standard size are 24 “x 58” and will fit most compact to mid-size vehicles, while the dimensions for the large ones are 27 “x 67” and are perfect for SUVs and RVs. It’s best to start by measuring your car’s front windshield to determine the exact size you need.

2. Should I keep buying them if I already have tinted windows?

Yes, yes and yes. Now we cannot stress this point enough. The fact is, even if your windows are tinted in every way, if you tint the entire front windshield of your car, you’re screwed, your car is practically worthless. At best, most front windshield tints only cover a small strip at the top, leaving about 95% of the windshield and dash exposed to direct UV rays and unmerciful heat. Until manufacturers find a way to install transitional lenses as a front windshield, drivers will have to rely on the car’s sun visor.

No matter how tinted your other car windows are, most of the heat and damage will pass through the front, while the rear seat passengers will be hit by a blast of heat the moment they open the car door . Eventually, you will have to replace your entire dashboard in your car when it cracks along with any electronics and gadgets in your vehicle that have been fried. Online retailers make it affordable and easy to own car sun shades, so you can pay next to nothing for an auto accessory that will protect your biggest investment other than your home.

3. Do they really work?

Yes, feel free to try them sometime.

4. I have a car sunshade with a reflective side and a matte white side. Which side of my car’s sunshade should I face out?

Most glossy surfaces reflect both light and heat, while matte surfaces absorb light and heat. Initially, the answer may not seem so obvious, but it is the reflective or shiny side of your sunscreen. Note to the newbie: be sure to remove your visor before driving into the sunset.

5. Which design is better?

Now this is perhaps the easiest question of all. All of them, from the lovely Eyes Sun Shades that bring your car to life, to Zebra Stripes that bring out your wild side. With a host of innovative car sun shades, you can’t go wrong.