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Next trend in the wiper industry - in both performance and styling. (http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=74&docid=25572)

GM - May 5, 2006

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GRAND BLANC, MICH. - ACDelco's new beam blade is the latest in wiper blade technology and it is available now. With a cutting-edge design that provides for a more uniform wipe across the entire length of the blade, the ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade is part of the wiper trend of the future.

The ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade features an innovative, frameless design that helps the blade conform to the shape of the windshield. Multiple pressure points help provide consistent contact for a uniform wipe. The aerodynamic, low profile results in a less-intrusive image and improved wind-lift resistance.

"It's the design of the future for wiper blades," said Chris Vermette, Product Specialist, ACDelco Wiper Products. "Its sleek, modern styling complements the aesthetics of today's vehicles. With no metal structure, the ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade fits the curvature of the windshield for a more uniform wipe."

The ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade is a blended natural and synthetic rubber compound for wiping performance and durability. The preassembled adapter fits the most popular arm styles. According to Vermette, the ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade has no exposed parts to clog up with ice and snow for exceptional all-weather performance.

"This frameless blade performs year round," Vermette added. "The ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade also rests below the driver's line of sight, and it fits 94 percent of the vehicles on the road today."

The ACDelco Beam Wiper Blade is the latest addition to ACDelco's wiper product line, which also features All-Season Blades, Performance Blades, All Season Plus Blades, Winter Blades, Washer Pumps and Wiper Arms.

And, through December 31, 2006, ACDelco Warehouse Distributors (WDs) can qualify to receive complimentary wiper blade racks based on a minimum volume purchase from ACDelco's Wiper Products Line that includes the new ACDelco Beam Blade. ACDelco WDs interested in this promotion should refer to Bulletin #06D-048 for qualifying order details and to obtain an order form.

ACDelco markets premium parts for Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, GM and practically every other vehicle on the road today. To find an ACDelco parts retailer or ACDelco certified technician near you, log on to acdelco.com or call 1-800-ACDelco.

Hi All:

___Although not directly related to CleanMPG’s mission, driving safety should always be a major consideration. I am in the market for some new wiper blades for the Ranger and these appear to fill the bill quite nicely from my reads.

___If you cannot find them through your local ACDelco distributor, Trico is actually the inventor of the Innovision Beam Blade system (http://www.tricoproducts.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=2838&location_id=65) and you should be able to find a match from their Online Catalog (http://www.tricoproducts.com/part_locator/index.cfm?&go=OnlineCatalog_Innovision_bottom). For a list of participating retailers that may have the Innovision, you can check the Trico product retailer page here (http://www.tricoproducts.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=1043). NAPA stores are just about everywhere and would be a good place to start …

___Good Luck

___Wayne

Hi All:

___Although not directly related to CleanMPG’s mission, driving safety should always be a major consideration. I am in the market for some new wiper blades for the Ranger and these appear to fill the bill quite nicely from my reads.

___If you cannot find them through your local ACDelco distributor, Trico is actually the inventor of the Innovision Beam Blade system (http://www.tricoproducts.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=2838&location_id=65) and you should be able to find a match from their Online Catalog (http://www.tricoproducts.com/part_locator/index.cfm?&go=OnlineCatalog_Innovision_bottom). For a list of participating retailers that may have the Innovision, you can check the Trico product retailer page here (http://www.tricoproducts.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=1043). NAPA stores are just about everywhere and would be a good place to start …

___Good Luck

___Wayne

how much? I wonder if they have a set for your rear. Most cars do not come with a rear wiper and was wondering if they had add-on kits.

keep your windows clean!

The Insight's wipers were beginning to streak the windshield, so being the cheapskate that I am, I removed the wipers and gave them a good scrubbing with a Scotch- brite pad.

That worked for another month or so, then the streaks were back.

South Louisiana gets an average of 70" of rainfall annually, and a few hurricanes every now & then, so wipers are kinda important.

This info came at a perfect time. I shopped around locally, but nobody knew about the Trico Innovision blades.
I had to order them online - not a big deal. Found them at: http://www.rockauto.com (http://rockauto.com)
About $25 a pair + shipping.

The Trico Innovision blades look sleek, and work as well as the stock blades.
Photos at: http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/500/medium/InsightWipersFrnt.JPG
& http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/500/medium/InsightWipersSide.JPG

Thanks for the tip!

I've had mine for about a month now and so far they are pretty good. the only thing I don't like about them is that they don't have the "scrubbing power" that some blades have. Meaning, They don't like to remove bits of dirt as much. They tend to float over it.

Also, the scratches left by my old wiperblades tend to leave little streaks of water since the new blades don't get in scratches and get the water out. The streaks are hairline but are there. A good wax job on the window, or rainx will probably remidy this. I'll update again in a while.

I bought a pair of Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blades (http://www.valeowipersusa.com/index.asp?pgid=19) for my Ford Escape Hybrid. I can't stand a dirty windshield, and my stock wiper blades (which I kept as backups) despite being brand new were streaking and just overall not as effective as I like. The Valeos? Terrific... wish I could find one for the rear wiper blade on the FEH, too (admit I haven't looked yet but it didn't come up when I bought the windshield blades.)

I bought them at TireRack.com

Hi Geek Gal:

___The Valeo’s look very similar to the AC/Delco Beam’s and Trico Innovasions? I do like the anti-lift aero touch on the Valeo blade tops however.

___Tom, are you satisfied, somewhat satisfied, not satisfied with the Trico’s you installed? How is that for a phone poll like question ;) I cut the bottoms of the Ranger’s blades off until I receive more feedback on the newer lightweight curve blades being discussed.

___Good Luck

___Wayne

I would say somewhat satisfied. Its too early to tell how good they are. I have to beat on them a bit, use them like snow shovels in the winter and all that stuff ;)

I had Valeo's on my old 2k1 Civic. Best. Wiper blade. Ever.

The trico version i have seems to have a bend in them. Apparantly there is a strip of metal imbeded in them. I am going to see if I can find another manufacturer that has a more solid bend resistant blade. When the blade was unbent it worked GREAT! But now that it has a slight crimp in the metal its not very good.

The Insight's wipers were beginning to streak the windshield, so being the cheapskate that I am, I removed the wipers and gave them a good scrubbing with a Scotch- brite pad.

That worked for another month or so, then the streaks were back.

I'm going to give them a try too. On every Honda I've ever had (4) the wiper blades streaked the windshield and then began skittering, extremely annoying. I suspect the rubber compound Honda uses may be the problem. The factory blades on my Subaru don't do this nearly as much.

Thanks for the hint!