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We already have a windshield sun screen blind for our vehicle, although it is starting to show signs of wear - so when Angela, the CS Email Representative for OT Online Success , offered me the opportunity to review a car sunshade screen, one of the many products they are representing, well – I couldn’t resist.  We received the Sunshade Grande’ Jumbo blind and found it is easy to use and while it may fit as a rear window shade for some vehicles, it works best and is designed for the front windshield. The blind weighs only 68 g. (2.4 ounces) and is about 160 x 80 cm. (63” x 31.5”) in size. The blind protects against up to 99% UV rays, so your seat covers, dash and display windows will all be protected against the fogging or bleaching aspects of prolonged exposure to sun rays. Shades or blinds like these are so very helpful in keeping the vehicle many degrees cooler than outdoor temperatures. By keeping the interior looking newer, you’ll get a better p...