Introduction

Protect your car with a temporary window cover made with tape and a high-density garbage bag that will stand up to the elements.

A broken car window should be repaired as soon as possible, because a temporary window cover will hamper your visibility and leave your car an easy target for thieves.

To protect your car from the elements in the meantime, a high-density garbage bag is ideal. These bags are made of resin, which doesn’t easily tear, and they’re clear, so you can still see through them (somewhat) if you need to drive. A low-density garbage bag, like those in your kitchen, can also work, but you shouldn’t plan on driving far or fast until the window is repaired.