{"id":141140,"date":"2025-03-29T06:31:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T23:31:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=141140"},"modified":"2025-03-29T06:31:51","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T23:31:51","slug":"how-to-protect-your-vehicle-from-a-hailstorm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=141140","title":{"rendered":"How to protect your vehicle from a hailstorm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"featured featured-video video-ct\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"video-container\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"embed\" data-video-id=\"play-765df109200015c\" class=\"m video-player\"><a href=\"\" class=\"video-link\"><span class=\"overlay\"\/> <picture><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/320\/179\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/640\/358\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)\" width=\"1536\" height=\"864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/768\/432\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/1536\/864\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1024px)\" width=\"1984\" height=\"1116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/992\/558\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/1984\/1116\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static-media.fox.com\/ms\/stg1\/weather\/992\/558\/play-765df109200015c--34672143659.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1\" alt=\"Severe storms brought hail to the Oklahoma City metro area Tuesday, leaving the windows of cars shattered.\u00a0\u00a0\" width=\"992\" height=\"558\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/a> <!----><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"caption\">\n<p class=\"sub-text\">Severe storms brought hail to the Oklahoma City metro area Tuesday, leaving the windows of cars shattered.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Every year, billions of dollars in damage is caused by hail falling from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/category\/thunderstorms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">thunderstorms<\/a>, with vehicle owners accounting for a quarter of a million annual claims.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">The severity of the damage depends largely on the size of the hailstones, with even small hailstones, as tiny as pebbles, capable of leaving minor dents or dings on a car&#8217;s exterior.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Hailstones the size of quarters can cause noticeable dents and cracks, while larger stones, that resemble golf balls or limes in size, can shatter windows and cause extensive damage.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/category\/hail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hail<\/a> forms when small water droplets are carried into a thunderstorm\u2019s freezing level, where they freeze into ice stones. These hailstones remain suspended in the storm clouds until they become too heavy to stay aloft, at which point they fall to the Earth&#8217;s surface.<\/p>\n<div class=\"featured featured-image component-center\">\n<div class=\"m\"><picture><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/288\/162\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/576\/324\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"576\" height=\"324\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/720\/405\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1440\/810\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1024px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/668\/376\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1336\/752\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1336\" height=\"752\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/668\/376\/hail-size.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1\" alt=\"Hail Size representation\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"caption\">\n<p class=\"title\">Hail Size representation<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-text\"><strong> (FOX Weather)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/learn\/snow-sleet-freezing-rain-and-hail-whats-the-difference\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SNOW, SLEET, FREEZING RAIN AND HAIL: WHAT\u2019S THE DIFFERENCE?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Experts from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbb.com\/car-advice\/how-to-prevent-hail-damage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kelley Blue Book<\/a>, a trusted resource for automobile valuation and research, have several tips to help drivers protect their vehicles from hail damage.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">First and foremost, they recommend seeking covered parking ahead of a severe weather event. Parking your car in a garage, under an awning or beneath any substantial structure that can withstand a thunderstorm is the best defense.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">When covered parking isn\u2019t available, the automotive specialists suggest using bedding, blankets or tarps to shield your car\u2019s hood and windshield from hail. Some drivers even successfully use cardboard boxes or vehicle floor mats to offer a makeshift barrier against the storm.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">For those looking for more permanent protection, inflatable car covers have become a popular option, especially in hail-prone areas like the Plains.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Prices for these covers range from as low as $25 to well over $500, depending on the level of protection desired.<\/p>\n<div class=\"featured featured-image component-center\">\n<div class=\"m\"><picture><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/288\/162\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/576\/324\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"576\" height=\"324\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/720\/405\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/1440\/810\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1024px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/668\/376\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/1336\/752\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1336\" height=\"752\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/668\/376\/car_hail_oregon.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1\" alt=\"Eastern Oregon hail\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"caption\">\n<p class=\"title\">Golf ball-size hail leaves damage in Wallowa, Oregon.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-text\"><strong> (@bruceeien\/Twitter \/ FOX Weather)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">While these preventative measures can help reduce the risk of damage, failing to cover your car can result in costly repairs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">In extreme cases, particularly with monster hailstones larger than 3 inches, vehicle damage may be so extensive, it may be easier to total a car rather than try repairs.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Repair costs from hail damage can be significant, with the price of fixing shattered windows and dents quickly adding up.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicb.org\/news\/blog\/hail-claims-fluctuate-over-past-three-years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Insurance experts note<\/a> that while a standard auto policy typically does not cover hail damage, more comprehensive policies may offer protection against severe storms.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">For those who live in a storm zone, it is essential to review your insurance policy to determine if hail damage is covered and what the deductible might be.<\/p>\n<div class=\"featured featured-image component-center\">\n<div class=\"m\"><picture><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/288\/162\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/576\/324\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"576\" height=\"324\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/720\/405\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1440\/810\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1024px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/668\/376\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1336\/752\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1336\" height=\"752\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/668\/376\/how-fast-does-hail-fall.png?ve=1&amp;tl=1\" alt=\"How fast does hail fall\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"caption\">\n<p class=\"title\">How fast does hail fall<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-text\"><strong> (FOX Weather)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/lifestyle\/big-foot-sasquatch-messmore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>DID THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CAPTURE A PHOTO OF BIGFOOT DURING A PENNSYLVANIA STORM SURVEY?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">The Great Plains region of the United States, including states like Nebraska, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/category\/colorado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colorado<\/a> and Wyoming, experiences the highest frequency of hailstorms.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">The largest hailstone ever recorded in the U.S. fell in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxweather.com\/category\/south-dakota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Dakota<\/a> in 2010 and had a diameter of 8 inches.<\/p>\n<p data-v-438398f6=\"\">Weighing nearly 2 pounds, the colossal hailstone serves as a reminder of the potential of how large hail can grow during severe weather events.<\/p>\n<div class=\"featured featured-image component-center\">\n<div class=\"m\"><picture><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/288\/162\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/576\/324\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"576\" height=\"324\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/720\/405\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1440\/810\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1024px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/668\/376\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1336\/752\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x\" width=\"1336\" height=\"752\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/images.foxweather.com\/static.foxweather.com\/www.foxweather.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/668\/376\/largest.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1\" alt=\"The largest hailstone ever reported in the country fell in Vivian, South Dakota, on July 23, 2010.\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"caption\">\n<p class=\"title\">The largest 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