Look out for these tell-tale signs that your wiper blades need replacing:

Size matters to a point, just as long as you are about 1 inch higher or lower than your current wiper blade size. If you buy wiper blades that are too big, they might overlap or touch which will cause them to break. For example, Bosch does not make 17″ wiper blades so buying a 16″ or 18″ blade is absolutely fine.

between 6 to 12 months

1. Streaking. If your wiper blades leave streaks on your windscreen they’ll likely need replacing.
2. Skipping. Skipping blades are usually down to lack of use.
3. Squeaking. Do your wiper blades squeak every time they clear your screen?
4. Smearing.

Cost to Replace Windscreen Wiper Blades Most main dealers offer similar parts, with a retail price of £30, but the independents vary considerably: £11.99 through to £27.99. These prices are similar to what you’d pay for other models of cars, too.

Purchase refills to replace worn rubber part of wiper blades. You don’t have to buy the entire blade. Your windshield wiper assembly consists of three basic parts: the lower wiper arm that protrudes up from the cowl, the blade that attaches to the wiper arm and the rubber refill that wipes the glass.

1. Editor’s Pick: Bosch ICON.
2. Best Budget Option: ANCO 31-Series.
3. Best for Winter: Michelin Stealth Ultra Hybrid Wiper Blade.
4. Aero Premium All-Season Wipers.
5. Bosch OE Specialty AeroTwin.
6. Valeo 900 Ultimate Series.
7. PIAA Silicone Wipers.
8. Rain-X Latitude Water Repellency 2-n-1 Wiper Blades.

Expensive wiper blades are better suited to the curved surface of the windshield and provide a better wipe than generic wipers. They are also noise-free and streak-free so there will be nothing to distract you when going around the sharp bend. They also remain consistent in all weather conditions.

• Rain-X Latitude Water Repellency Series : Best Wipers for Rainy Climates.
• TRICO Ice Extreme Winter Wiper : Best Wipers for Icy Weather.
• Rain-X Silicone Endura Series : Best High-Tech Wipers.
• Michelin Stealth Ultra Series : Best Cosmetic Upgrade.
• TRICO Exact Fit Series, $9 per Blade : Best Rear Wiper Blade.

Overall, the cheaper blades should do as fine a job of cleaning your car windshield when new. The same applies to generic wiper blades versus well-known brand names. Differences in noise, streaking or cleaning ability has more to do with keeping your blades clean rather than what they’re made of.

Best Long Lasting Wiper Blades in the Market

1. Rain-X Silicone Endura Wiper Blade.
2. Bosch ICON Wiper Blades.
3. AERO Voyager Premium Windshield Wiper Blades with Extra Rubber.
4. Goodyear Assurance Weather-Ready Wiper Blade.
5. Michelin Stealth Ultra Wiper Blade Set.
6. Caterpillar Clarity Premium OEM Replacement Windshield Wiper Blades.

Here are five simple ways to get the most life out of your wiper blades:

1. Lift your wiper blades when it snows.
2. Don’t scrape your windshield with the blades down.
3. Clean your wiper blades with washer fluid.
4. Park your car in the shade.
5. Don’t operate your wipers dry.

All-season wipers are good for clearing frozen windshields during winter and wiping off water droplets in the rainy season. They can also withstand cold temperatures. Get a long-lasting wiper blade. The average lifespan of factory wiper blades is six months.