Stevinson Toyota West

Q. A rock hit my windshield and made a mark but not a full-blown crack.  Can I really just do that crack repair treatment instead of replacing the whole windshield? A.  The Stevinson basic rule of thumb is that if the chip is smaller than the size of a quarter you can go with a repair job. But if it’s any bigger, a replacement might be necessary. Windshield repair is actually pretty amazing and when done properly, you can barely notice it. Windshield glass isn’t your run-of-the-mill glass. It’s not like the glass in your windows at home; it’s laminated safety glass.  Laminated glass is really just what it sounds like - two pieces of glass laminated together with a piece of plastic between them. That inner layer is what keeps the glass in one piece when it breaks. Instead of shattering into tiny, deadly shards, the plastic layer holds the broken pieces together, resulting in that spiderweb look. Repairing a ding or crack is done by injecting a clear res...

Stevinson Toyota West knows that your vehicle is a careful investment that reflects who you are as an individual. Therefore, it’s important to maintain both the interior and exterior to ensure maximum performance throughout your vehicle’s life. Often, customers think this means taking care of only the components under the hood but detailing is a key factor in keeping your car at peak performance. In an age of do-it-yourself projects, why should you get your vehicle detailed by a professional? Here, we’ll go through the benefits and value gained by bringing your car in for detail service—especially in springtime. Fewer repairs A well-maintained vehicle not only looks nice but also protects you from safety hazards; cloudy headlights and dirty mirrors are difficult to tackle on your own and greatly reduce your visibility. Protected paint Especially during the spring, the weather can wreak havoc on your car. Sunshine, heavy precipitation, and...