Jason's Journal: The Importance of Using Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades

Jason McKinsey, Lehman Volvo Cars Service Manager, writes about Volvo trending topics, including this month’s segment on the importance of using Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades on your Volvo.

Looking for more information on a particular Volvo service topic? Submit your topic suggestion to Jason at jason@lehmanvolvocarsyork.com.


Jason's Journal: The Importance of Using Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades
By: Jason McKinsey, Service Manager

While many people usually do not think of wiper blades as a safety feature on a vehicle, I can assure you they are! An unclean or obscured windshield is a hazard to you, your Volvo, and other drivers. According to Volvo Cars, approximately 20% of all road accidents are related to lack of visibility. We depend on wipers to remove rain, snow and dirt in all degrees of weather and at various speeds. 

Understanding the importance of wiper blades, Volvo Cars tests its wiper blades in several different ways before the wipers are approved as “Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades.” Volvo Cars examines several properties, including the:
  • quality of the rubber used—a higher level of graphite decreases friction and noise and increases the lifetime of the blades
  • performance of the wiping while the vehicle is at high speeds, in addition to when the vehicle is stationary
  • structural resistance to impacts
  • resistance to corrosion, ozone, UV Rays and chemicals
  • performance in both hot and cold temperatures
Volvo Cars recommends inspecting the vehicle’s wiper blades at least twice a year, and replacing them at least once a year. To inspect your wiper blades, lift each wiper off the windshield and check for tears, chips, rigid wear and/or continuous windshield streaking. If you have any of these conditions, your wiper blades should be replaced.

In an independent study, conducted by a Swedish newspaper company, Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades emerged as the #1 recommend wiper blade. The next time your Volvo needs a new pair of wiper blades, it is important to replace them with wipers that are designed for your Volvo. Volvo Genuine Wiper Blades provide an unparalleled performance, not to mention longevity.

Please see your Lehman Volvo Cars of York service advisor for details about saving $8.00 on a pair of Genuine Volvo wiper Blades with free installation. For questions, please contact me at jason@lehmanvolvocarsyork.com or (717) 755-7676.

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