Prevent Harmful UV-A Rays from Sun Exposure While Driving

Driving can expose you to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet A (UV-A) rays, which can damage your eyes and skin.

UV-A rays can lead to skin cancer and cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s lens. Research has shown that UV-A rays can penetrate through the side windows of a car, with the windshield blocking 96% of the rays, while the side windows block only 71%. Thus, if you are sitting on the driver’s side, you are exposed to 25% more UV-A rays than you would be sitting in front of the windshield, putting you at a higher risk for cataracts or skin cancer on the left side of your face.

While car manufacturers should make side windows that block more UV-A rays to improve driver safety, it’s essential to use car window sunshades year-round, especially from the end of winter through the end of autumn, to maximize protection. It’s important to remember that UV-A rays can pass through clouds and rain, so it’s still necessary to protect yourself from sun exposure.

Black elastic mesh car window sunshades can block a significant portion of the UV-A radiation that enters the back seat of your car. The level of protection provided by mesh shades depends on the specific sunshade and the type of car window they are used on.

Studies have shown that mesh shades can block up to 95% of both UVA and UVB rays, making them a reliable and effective solution for reducing exposure to harmful UV-A rays.

While tinted car windows can also reduce UV-A radiation entering the car, the level of protection varies depending on the type and quality of the tinting. Some tints only block a small amount of UV-A, while others block a significant portion. Additionally, some states have laws regulating the amount of tint that can be applied to car windows, limiting the protection provided by tinting. In contrast, mesh sunshades can be easily applied and removed as needed without making any permanent changes to the car. They also offer protection from other types of light, including visible light that can cause glare and discomfort while driving.

In summary, car window sunshades made of black elastic mesh are an effective way to reduce exposure to harmful UV-A radiation, especially for people sitting in the back seat of the car. While tinted windows can provide some protection, mesh sunshades are more reliable and offer additional benefits such as easy application and removal and protection from other types of light. (For proof of UVA reduction with our Qualizzi Car Window Screens, please visit our Amazon store at https://amazon.com/qualizzi and find the sunshades at https://amz.run/6OLp.)