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| There are certain essentials every driver should keep in their vehicle. We're talking jumper cables, a first aid kit, nail polish, a flashlight …. Wait, what was that third thing? It's true — nail polish is surprisingly useful for more than just creating colorful designs on fingers and toes. The beauty product can also help drivers address a common issue many cars experience. Here's why you should keep clear nail polish in the glove box and how it can help you out on the road. |
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| Prevent Windshield Cracks From Spreading |
| Sometimes a small pebble kicks up from the road and cracks the windshield. While the damage may be tiny at first, it inevitably grows until the vehicle is unsafe to drive and the glass must be replaced. You can delay that spread, however, with a little bit of nail polish. |
| Always use clear nail polish for this hack. Colored versions create opaque obstructions that can cloud your vision. When a windshield crack forms, safely pull over and grab a microfiber cloth and the nail polish from your glove box. |
| First, use the cloth to thoroughly clean the cracked area and remove any debris. If the damage affects both the interior and exterior of the glass, wipe down the inside as well. Next, apply the clear nail polish on both sides of the windshield. (This is a "better safe than sorry" approach as the crack may have depth that's not visible to the naked eye.) Let it dry for the recommended time on the bottle before getting back on the road. |
| The idea here is that the nail polish forms a tight, temporary seal, protecting the crack from the elements and keeping it from growing. To be clear, this isn't a permanent solution — you'll still need to replace the windshield eventually. However, this allows you to reach your destination safely without the damage spreading. This hack also gives you the flexibility to schedule a repair or replacement on your own timeline instead of dealing with an immediate crisis. |
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 | | OWL Car Window Glass Breaker and Seatbelt Cutter | | While some emergency car kit items are nice to have, others are essential for safety. The OWL Escape Card is a window glass breaker and seatbelt cutter in one credit card-sized tool. It comes in a brightly colored case, making it easy to spot when you need it most. The razor-sharp blade easily cuts through seatbelts, while the top of the card can be inserted into the window channel and pulled back to break the glass away from you. — Kelsey Morrison, House Outlook Editor |
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 | | Bennett Kleinman | | Staff Writer |
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| Bennett Kleinman is a New York City-based staff writer for Inbox Studio, covering topics for several brands including House Outlook and Better Report. He previously contributed to television programs such as "Late Show With David Letterman" and "Impractical Jokers," and digital publications like The Onion. Bennett is also a devoted New York Yankees and New Jersey Devils fan, and thinks plain seltzer is the best drink ever invented. |
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