Shopping for a car windshield sun shade? Follow these buying tips to get the best one for your automobile!
The summer months are almost upon us, which means having to get into a parked car that has been stewing in the sun for hours on end.
Unless you have a covered garage, or get to park in an indoor lot during the say, the sun will find its way in.
While it’s impossible to keep the heat out completely, you can step into a comfortable environment by using a car sun-shade to block out the worst of the sun.
The biggest question here is what the best car window sun shade is for your specific needs.
Car sun shades come in all different sizes, shapes and styles, and what may be good for your Kia Soul may not be so good for your Kia Optima sedan.
In order to get the maximum protection from the heat of the sun, you need to choose a windshield sun shade that is suited to the type of car you drive.
If you are the owner of a compact or midsize vehicle, the size of screen that you need will be 24 x 58 inches, while a vehicle like the 2019 Kia Sorento SUV and other larger cars would need a car shade that is 27 x 67 inches.
The people at your local automotive store should be able to help you pick the right size, but the dimensions mentioned should be just right if you are choosing to buy online, which may actually be the cheaper way to go.
Different types of the sunshades
Once you know what size you need, the next step is to choose the style and design for your auto sun shades.
There are essentially three different styles to choose from, each of which does a great job of keeping out the sun’s rays.
Pop-up sun shade
The pop-up shade basically folds in on itself when not in use, making it easy to store in a glove compartment.
This is handy for people who have a smaller vehicle with little space.
Accordion sun shade
The accordion style shades are perhaps the most popular in the market.
As the name suggests, it opens and closes like an accordion, and can be folded up and easily stored when not in use.
Retractable sun shade
The roller, or retractable auto sun shade, usually attaches to the top or side of the windshield, and can be pulled into place as needed. The shade slides away and locks in place when not in use. This style is commonly used on side windows, as well as on the front.
If you have a car with tinted windows, you may be under the impression that you do not need a custom car shade, but that is not necessarily the case. The tinted windows are more for preventing people seeing inside the car than for blocking out the sun.
A sun shade does double duty, keeping out the heat of the sun, whilst also offering a layer of privacy.
These are just a few things to keep in mind before you go shopping for a new car sun shade.
