Did they fix the rain-on-side-window squeegee effect???

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    Hi all - I had a 2013 prius that I liked EXCEPT for 2 things : there was no squeegee effect when rolling down the window to remove rain and condensation, and the beeping noise the car makes while in reverse. I believe the latter issue can be resolved by the dealership. CAN ANYONE CONFIRM if the window design flaw was resolved on later year models???
     
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    sometimes that molding gets old and doesn't work properly. I bought new molding for all my windows, about $30 each one.
     
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    Sooooo, what are you asking? Are you on the fence about buying another Prius based on windows and beeps???
     
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    Just because something is not to your liking doesn't make it a design flaw.
     
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    Lol yes exactly. I miss my prius but for a brand new car I don't want to sacrifice these 2 annoyances a second time around

    True but it's been referred to as such several times in this forum so I just quickly referred to it as such
     
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    huh I never looked at the window. But, if it's engineered to drain water through it, as all door should to at least some degree, then why does it matter? I guess I just don't see how this is an issue.
     
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    I haven't noticed it being a problem.
     
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    Nope. The moulding stays clear of the windows.

    I'm not sure why this is an issue. If anything, it's a plus cause if I wind down the window after washing the car, I don't get streak marks when I wind the window back up because the moulding is wet. Now, I get a dry window.
     
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    Just get some Aquapel (easy to find online) and treat all your windows. Lasts a decent time and reduces the need to have a squeegee effect from the moldings.
     
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    I get some minor streak marks on my driver's window if I lower it / raise it too soon after washing. But it's not a big deal at all. Using Rain-X to clean the windows helps a lot to prevent water marks.
     
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    . Okay thanks for sharing. What year is your prius if I may ask? The problem I'm referring to is that the molding isn't close enough to the window, so in the morning when there is condensation or on a rainy day where there is precipitation on the windows, i couldn't get rid of it by simply putting the window up and down like most cats. I think there are a few people who responded that didn't understand quite what the issue wwas that I referred to :) keep thinking I should wait for a rainy day to test drive but my curiosity is Running.
     
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    I remember doing that lol.

    My 2010 has water-repellent front windows (factory option) so all I need to do is drive and the water beads away! (or just blow on the window and the water droplets will fall quickly.
     
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    You can turn the beeping off with the Carista app or its easy to negotiate the dealer to do it for free. Took mine about 4 minutes to turn off.
     
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