{"id":120192,"date":"2024-10-16T19:24:37","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T02:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=120192"},"modified":"2025-02-10T19:55:21","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T03:55:21","slug":"what-happens-if-you-punch-through-a-car-window","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-you-punch-through-a-car-window\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens if You Punch Through a Car Window?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column120192_b7e676-27 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-deb5da  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-154a7e\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading120192_f866ee-24\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automotive window glass is designed to withstand collision accidents, making it extremely tough and durable. Car windows are made of either laminated glass or tempered glass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Punching a car window will likely lead to arm, hand, and wrist injuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to break a car window, it&rsquo;s best to use hard and sharp objects to strike at the corners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Car windows are significantly more durable than the ones you&rsquo;d find at home with good reason. After all, besides the elements, they also have to contend with anything you encounter on and off the road, from great winds to rocks kicked up by the wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might often see videos of people slamming into window glass and breaking it with nothing more than their bodies. However, is it possible to do the same with the glass installed on your car? What methods can safely break car glass?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It pays to know the answer to these, as you never know when you might need to get into your ride fast when you don&rsquo;t have your keys or during emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if You Punch a Car Window?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, punching a car window is seldom enough to break it. What&rsquo;s more likely is you getting arm, hand, and wrist injuries.<\/strong> In some cases, you might even break your bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it&rsquo;s technically possible to break through a car window with your body alone, it&rsquo;s much safer and easier to do so with tools. However, this doesn&rsquo;t mean breaking windows isn&rsquo;t dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are Car Windows So Durable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/automotive-window-glass-a-brief-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Automotive window glass\">Automotive window glass<\/a> is designed to withstand collision accidents, making it extremely tough and durable. It&rsquo;s created using special manufacturing techniques. The two most common types of automotive window glass are laminated glass and tempered glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laminated Glass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Laminated glass is used to create windshields, and it&rsquo;s made of polyvinyl butyral sandwiched between two layers of glass. Though this glass isn&rsquo;t indestructible, it&rsquo;s a lot harder to destroy compared to tempered glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed to absorb shock during collisions, keeping drivers and passengers safe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces the risk of passengers flying out of the vehicle in accidents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seldom shatters into sharp shards and fragments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tempered Glass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While windshields are usually made of laminated glass, side and back windows are usually made of tempered glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The glass is heated and cooled at fast rates for enhanced durability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breaks into dull shards that are less likely to injure passengers and drivers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has both high compressive strength and tensile strength&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Smash a Car Window Safely and Effectively<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though these windows are there to protect drivers and passengers alike from harm, there are times when people will need to break them. For example, if the car got into a collision that rendered the car doors useless, the passengers trapped inside might need to break the glass to get out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes a lot of force to break car windows. If possible, make sure to wear protective equipment before breaking a window. Choose the right window to break and use tools to make breaking the window much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wear Protective Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you can help it, always wear protective equipment, such as safety goggles and gloves, before smashing a car window.<\/strong> Shards fly and objects inside your car get displaced when smashing car windows, so it&rsquo;s best to protect your hands and face as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose the Right Window<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re trying to break in or out of a vehicle, it&rsquo;s <strong>best to smash the side windows<\/strong>. These windows are made of tempered glass, which is easier to break compared to the laminated glass of windshields. Bear in mind that tempered glass shatters, so watch out for flying shards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the Right Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another tip to keep in mind when smashing a car window is to use tools and objects whenever they&rsquo;re available. Typically, <strong>you&rsquo;ll want hard and sharp items such as screwdrivers, <\/strong>however, other items can also get the job done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Objects Can You Use to Break Through a Car Window?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"breaking a car window with hammer\" class=\"wp-image-120193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/breaking-a-car-window-with-hammer.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whether it&rsquo;s you or someone else who&rsquo;s trapped in a vehicle, always keep an eye out for hard, sharp items to help you break the windows.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are times when you might need to break through a car window from the inside or the outside of a vehicle. Whether it&rsquo;s you or someone else who&rsquo;s trapped in a vehicle, always keep an eye out for hard, sharp items to help you break the windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These items include (but are not limited to) headrests, spark plugs, hammers, and seat belt hooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Headrest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can remove the headrest from your seat, you can use it to smash the corners of your vehicle&rsquo;s side windows. The metal rods that lock the headrest in place make for excellent emergency tools for breaking glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spark Plugs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any in your vehicle, you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/spark-plug\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"spark plugs\">spark plugs<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/can-a-spark-plug-break-a-window\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"break car windows open\">break car windows open<\/a>. They&rsquo;re hard, sharp, and made of durable metal, which makes them perfect for shattering glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hammer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best items you can use to break a car window is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/hammer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"hammer\">hammer<\/a>. If you have an emergency kit, which is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/10-essential-car-accessories-for-new-drivers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"essential car accessories\">essential car accessories<\/a> to have when you&rsquo;re always on the go, make sure it includes this tool. Hammers have a solid grip and are easy to use. Just mind the flying shards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seat Belt Hooks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like spark plugs, you can use seat belt hooks to break the corners of a car window. Just mind your fingers because these hooks are small and difficult to get a solid grip on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Smash a Car Window Without Tools?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though it&rsquo;s possible to smash a car window open without tools, it&rsquo;s recommended to <strong>avoid doing so unless you&rsquo;re completely out of options.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Merely punching the window with your fists isn&rsquo;t going to work, <strong>however, you can break a window with your legs or elbows<\/strong>. Bear in mind that doing so comes with certain risks. For example, you might injure your arm or your leg if you don&rsquo;t attempt to smash the window the safe and correct way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When smashing car windows with your elbows or legs, <strong>aim for the corners of the window<\/strong>. Don&rsquo;t hit the center of the window because that&rsquo;s where it is reinforced the most. It&rsquo;s also better to use your legs over your elbows because you can easily adjust your position for more power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get Gear That Can Help You Escape Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there might come a time when you&rsquo;ll have no choice but to smash your car&rsquo;s windows open. In such instances, every second matters, so it&rsquo;s a good idea to invest in keeping equipment, such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/hammer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"hammer\">hammer<\/a>. Getting an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/roadside-emergency-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"emergency roadside kit\">emergency roadside kit<\/a> is also a good idea to prepare for what comes after you escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The great news is that you can easily find the safety tools you need with the help of <a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our auto parts, accessories, and tools are hand-picked by a team of professionals to guarantee quality and longevity. Each item in our catalog comes from the most trusted names in the industry. You won&rsquo;t have to worry about our products letting you down any time soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of that, you can save yourself a lot of time as our warehouses are strategically located all over the US. This means you can get your order in as fast as two business days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t hold off on getting safety gear for you and your vehicle. Browse our catalog today!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Car windows are significantly more durable than the ones you&rsquo;d find at home with good reason. 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