How Potholes Are Destroying Toronto Windshields (And What You Can Do)
If you drive regularly in Toronto, you already know the truth: potholes aren’t just bumps on the road — they’re windshield-destroying landmines. From downtown’s tight turns to the uneven roads near Scarborough, Etobicoke, North York, and even Mississauga’s busy stretches, potholes are costing drivers more than just suspension repairs. They’re quietly cracking windshields — sometimes without you even noticing the initial damage. So why does this keep happening, and what can you actually do to protect your vehicle? Let’s break it down. Why Toronto Roads Are So Brutal on Windshields Toronto’s weather is a big part of the problem. The constant freeze–thaw cycle causes the asphalt to expand and contract, opening up potholes faster than they can be fixed. Add heavy traffic from areas like Don Mills, High Park, Vaughan, and East York, and you’ve got daily debris impacts. But here’s what most drivers don’t realise: Potholes don’t just shake your car — they launch tiny rocks straight up toward...