Wind deflector, also known as windshield or windscreen is actually the vehicle's front window. They protect the occupants of the vehicle from wind, temperature extremes and flying debris such as dust, insects and rocks. Windshield needs to be installed properly in a vehicle to ensure safety, along with the roof the vehicle. Some commercial vehicles have wind deflectors on the cab roof. They keep the wind out of the vehicle when the sunroof is open.

Materials used to make Wind Deflectors
Deflectors are made of high quality and strong materials to offer better protection. Modern windshields are generally made of

• Laminated safety glass, which consists of two curved sheets of glass with a plastic layer laminated between them for safety, and are pasted into the window frame.
• Tough and flexible acrylic.

Features of Wind Deflectors
The essential features of wind deflectors are:

• Usually fits into the vehicle's window frame.
• They are designed for specific model of vehicles.
• Easy to install with 3M tape or screws.
• Installation method may vary to suit individual vehicles.
• Shaped to fit a vehicle perfectly and comes with a light.
• Some deflectors feature dual function vent and visor.
• Generally, comes in pair.

Uses of Wind Deflectors
Wind deflectors are very important for commercial vehicles. The important uses of deflectors are:

• Keep the wind away from the vehicle.
• Deflectors let fresh air in while rain, sleet and snow out of the vehicle.
• Reduce wind noise and sunlight glare.
• Provide protection in case of a roll-over accident of the vehicle.