A rock jumps up and chips your windshield. Welcome to driving in Washington, where rain, road construction, and flying gravel seem to be part of the scenery. Now you’ve got a decision to make: Should you go through your insurance, or just pay out of pocket?

With Seattle hosting matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup along with numerous planned road construction projects, drivers across the Puget Sound region can expect heavier-than-normal traffic over the next several months.

When most people think about vehicle safety, things like airbags, seatbelts, and brakes come to mind. But there’s another important safety feature that often goes unnoticed — your auto glass.

Even a minor crack can distort your view, but more important, it can put your safety at risk. Learn when to repair vs. replace a cracked windshield or car window.

Forward facing cameras are becoming extremely popular in new vehicles and it is likely this trend will continue