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Make original-glass protection part of the delivery.

Impact Defense gives automotive, RV, marine, powersports, motorcycle, ATV/UTV, commercial-truck, agricultural, construction, aviation and other specialty dealerships a professional way to introduce OEM Windshield Preservation™ and exterior-glass protection for compatible applications at delivery.

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Published in Digital Dealer

The Windshield Is No Longer Just Glass

Digital Dealer · August 27, 2026

Michael Tortorella, National Director of Dealer Development, Impact Defense USA

The commentary invites dealership teams to consider how preserving sound original glass can support a more deliberate ownership and delivery experience as windshield technology becomes more integrated.

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Why modern windshields need lifecycle thinking.

A windshield can now be part of the driver's view, vehicle structure and technology package. When the original glass is sound, protecting it is a responsible conversation to have before a future repair or replacement decision is required. Understand the replacement chain →

Responsible presentation starts with fit.

Impact Defense is not a substitute for proper repair, replacement, scanning or calibration. Before an installation, a qualified team should confirm that the glass is sound, review compatibility and explain care, optical expectations and the product's limits clearly.

F&I and accessories

Make the customer conversation useful.

Introduce preservation as an optional, professionally installed service for suitable vehicles, with transparent education rather than a one-size-fits-all promise.

Fixed operations

Keep the handoff coordinated.

Align vehicle preparation, service expectations and follow-up so the customer receives consistent guidance before and after delivery.

Qualified installation

Use a trained partner.

A qualified installation partner can assess the application, complete professional exterior installation and help route questions through the appropriate support path.

Start with a measurable pilot

Learn from a limited, suitable group.

Start with vehicles and customers that fit the program, then assess the experience before expanding. A useful pilot sets clear installation standards, documents the handoff and makes room for real feedback rather than relying on assumptions.

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