News & Advice

Car covers can offer some protection against hail, but the level of protection largely depends on the type of car cover you’re using and the size and intensity of the hail.

A regular car cover can protect against small hail and may help prevent or reduce minor dents and scratches. They also protect against other elements like dust, sun, and rain.

Standard car covers are usually not thick or strong enough to protect against larger hailstones or a severe hailstorm. In these cases, the impact of the hail can still cause dents or other damage through the cover.

For better protection, there are specially designed hail protection car covers available. These are typically padded or inflatable, providing a cushion against the impact of the hailstones. These types of covers offer much more protection and are more likely to prevent damage in a severe hailstorm.

Remember that these covers can provide good protection, but they’re not foolproof. In a particularly violent hailstorm, damage may still occur. Also, remember that a car cover only protects the parts of the car it covers – uncovered areas, like the underside of the car, could still potentially be damaged.

A cover isn’t the only way to protect your car from hail. Parking your car in a garage or under a carport or similar structure can provide excellent protection against hail.