Should car window sunshades be used inside or outside?

The windshield of a car is the part that is exposed to the most sunlight compared to the side windows or the rear window of the car. When the car is parked continuously without any cover in the hot weather for too long, the windshield will heat up, affecting the dashboard, accessories or items placed on the dashboard as well as the interior.

Therefore, the car windshield sunshade is a necessary material to reduce the heat of the windshield, reduce ultraviolet rays, UV... shining into the car so that the furniture inside is not affected. In addition, this is also considered as "armor" so that we can protect our privacy when sitting in the car, especially when having to park in public places.

Compare car windshield shields inside and outside

Inside car windshield shields and outside car windshield shields have the same appearance and function, but they also have differences.

Structure:

The inside of the windshield is usually made of a lightweight material, with a silver coating to block both heat and UV rays. Inside there will be a rubber adhesive button on the windshield to stick to the glass.

The outer windshield is also lightweight, most products have a 3-layer structure of silver-coated carbon fiber, cotton fiber inside and polyester fabric. The outside has two ears to clamp to the door to prevent flying.

Both of the above products have certain sizes to suit many types and sizes of vehicles. In addition, they are guaranteed to be waterproof and quite durable.

Price:

The price of an interior car windshield sunshade is 50,000 - 100,000 VND. The price of an exterior car windshield sunshade is commonly around 200,000 - 300,000 VND.

Convenience:

The car windshield sunshade inside is usually easy to fold when used (with folds and straps). When using, you just need to remove it and sit in the car and stick it on the windshield.

As for the car windshield sunshade on the outside, you have to get out of the car to manually cover the sunshade on the car window. The two side ears of the car windshield sunshade clip on the car door more firmly than the knob sticking on the glass.

In general, both products are compact, easy to carry, the ability to reduce heat and cover the outside windshield sunshade is usually better than the inside windshield sunshade. However, the inside windshield sunshade has the advantage of convenience and price.

Other ways to block the sun from the windshield

In addition to using a car windshield shield, you can use a windshield sunshade. With windshield sunshades, you will stick them with a rubber knob inside, when using, just pull it gently like pulling a curtain. The material of the product of course also ensures sun protection. In addition, they often have a more luxurious and eye-catching appearance than a car windshield shield. However, the price is also many times more expensive. Windshield sunshades are often sold in sets, synchronized with the side and rear window blinds of the car.