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Old 03-04-2010, 11:03 PM   #148 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by winkosmosis View Post
Why can't windshields and side windows be made of polycarbonate/Lexan?
It doesn't break easily, and creates a trap hazard to vehicle occupants.

When it does break, it turns into sharp shards of plastic that can impale/cut you. Tempered glass breaks into small squares and odd polygons, and is far less likely to kill you, either directly or indirectly.
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