How to protect your car from hail damage.
There are a few simple steps you can take to protect your car from hail damage – check them out here.
www.aami.com.auHere are the latest practical tips to protect your car from hail, based on recent guidance:
- Seek covered parking whenever possible. If you can’t find a garage or covered lot, use a hail-specific cover or multiple layers of protection to absorb impacts. This approach is widely recommended in recent consumer guidance.[3][5]
- Use purpose-built hail blankets or covers. These are thick, impact-absorbing and designed to stay in place during wind, offering the best balance of protection and practicality when you’re away from shelter.[5][3]
- Consider a DIY protective setup in a pinch. Thick blankets or quilts layered over the car, secured well around the edges, can reduce denting if you’re caught in a hail storm and can’t get under cover quickly.[1][3]
- For wind and weather resilience, ensure covers are properly secured and fit tightly to prevent flapping in gusts. Secure edges with straps or clips to prevent movement during storms.[1]
- If damage occurs, comprehensive car insurance often covers hail damage, subject to policy terms and deductibles. It’s worth reviewing your coverage so you know what to expect if repairs are needed.[3]
Illustrative example:
- If a storm is forecast and you’ll be parked outdoors, place a multi-layer hail cover on the vehicle, then add thick blankets or moving pads and secure them tightly. This setup aims to dissipate impact energy and protect vulnerable panels such as the hood, roof, and windshield, reducing the likelihood and extent of dents or cracks.[1][3]
Would you like a quick, tailored checklist you can print for Valletta or nearby parking zones, plus a quick DIY hail-cover instructions list? I can assemble a lightweight, step-by-step guide.[3]