We shine a spotlight on Rhinohide’s rear windscreen protector. If it saves your window just once, then it will have paid for itself!
From someone who has been there and done that, getting a windscreen replaced when you’re beyond the black stump can be a long and expensive wait. Add anything other than perfect weather to that equation, and you’re in for an even worse time.
Much like we use stone guards, bull bars and bash plates, you can also get protection for your rear windscreen. Protection from what, you ask? Well, when you’re towing a caravan, camper or trailer, it’s not uncommon for stones being thrown up by the car to hit the front of your trailer and then bounce back at the rear of the car, damaging your rear windscreen.
And while there are a number of windscreen protector products on the market, we think Rhinohide are the duck’s guts. Here’s why:
At just under $400 for your LandCruiser 200 series (facelift & pre-facelift 2008+), this is cheaper than getting your windscreen replaced, having it shipped to the middle of nowhere (where the old one smashed) and having it fitted. Likewise, a Rhinohide rear windscreen protector for your LandCruiser 300 series (all models 2022+) comes in at only $440.
The Rhinohide rear windscreen protector features a simple locking key mechanism that ensures a hassle-free setup with no drilling. It securely attaches to your vehicle’s rear windscreen frame, providing a snug fit without the need for permanent modifications or adhesive. Installing and removing it can be done by anyone with half a brain.
If you’re not towing or you want to clean your rear windscreen, simply store the protector until you need it again.
At the risk of sounding like an ad for prophylactics, Rhinohide’s rear window protector offers superior protection and the perfect fit. Constructed from durable materials, they act as an impenetrable barrier against gravel, stone and debris that rebound into your rear windscreen.
The secret sauce is in what the windscreen protectors are made from, which is precision-moulded impact-modified acrylic (IMA). The Armor-Lock attachment system then provides further shock absorption and also ensures a small air gap between the window and windscreen protector to allow moisture to escape. This little pocket of air further protects your rear windscreen as it allows the protector to absorb the impact.
You’re unlikely to hit high speeds when driving off-road. But while you’re towing on the tarmac, Rhinohide’s rear windscreen protectors are road-rated for speeds of up to 120 km/h.
Rhinohide’s rear windscreen protectors don’t get in the way of your existing necessities. Rear windscreen wipers and reverse cameras will work just like normal, so you don’t lose any crucial towing safety features.
Because the windscreen protectors have been moulded, they blend in with your vehicle’s aesthetics. They’ve been designed with the driver’s line of sight in mind and don’t block your view through the rear window. So basically, you can still tow like a pro.
Rhinohide offers a range of sizes and configurations, making them compatible with a wide variety of vehicle and windscreen designs. Check out their website at www.rhinohide.com.au and reach out to find a solution for your vehicle.
