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Why are my windshield wipers leaving streaks?

It was rainy yesterday, and when I had to use my windshield wipers I noticed streaks all across the windshield. I don’t know why this would happen, I take good care of my car. Why are my windshield wipers leaving streaks?

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Payton Ternus · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m sorry to hear about the streaks on your windshield—those are definitely annoying and can actually be dangerous while you drive.
If your windshield wipers are leaving streaks, it means they’re getting overworked. The wiper blades can only handle so much dirt and water before they wear out.
Your windshield could be hiding lots of dirt and dust if your windshield wipers aren’t working at peak performance. Here is what you can do to prevent streaking:
  • Clean your windshield with window-washing fluid
  • Clean the windshield wiper blades
  • Make sure you’re using windshield wiper fluid
  • Never run the windshield wipers over a dry windshield
  • Don’t run icy windshield wipers
  • Use a water repellent windshield glass treatment
  • Inspect your windshield wipers every month
  • Replace windshield wipers every year
  • Upgrade your windshield wiper fluid
  • Upgrade your windshield wipers
  • Replace your windshield if there are any cracks
Car maintenance can get expensive, but luckily windshield wiper upkeep is fairly affordable.
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