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What do I do if my hood opened and hit my windshield?
My town just got hit by a big windstorm and somehow the wind flipped the hood of my car backward onto my windshield. What do I do now?
Jim Burg · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That must have been quite a shock to see! Let’s start with the most important thing—don’t drive with your car in this condition.
If you are able to lower the hood to its normal position, here’s what you should do to drive safely to a mechanic:
- Secure the hood in its normal position. The best way is to secure the hook on your hood to the latch on the body of the car. This can be done with a zip lock or a knotted piece of rope.
- Tape the hood shut with strong adhesive tape, like duct tape or gorilla tape.
- Drive slowly with your hazard lights on to the mechanic. Do not drive on the highway.
If your hood cannot be lowered or if it has
shattered your windshield
, the best course of action is to call a tow truck
to retrieve your car and deliver it to the shop.The most important part of car ownership is staying safe on the road. The second is making sure you have affordable
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