Glass Roof and UV light

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by GeoJ, Jul 21, 2023.

  1. GeoJ

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    Does anyone know, or is there a spec or way to find out, with the 2023 Prius glass roof how much UV light comes through? If too much sun damage on skin is a concern is that exacerbated through the glass roof or is the factory tint blocking most harmful sun rays? I'm interested in how it comes from the factory, not with after market tinting.
     
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    Yes, automotive roof glass is 100% UV protected /filtered while side windows & windshields are typically around 80% UV protected.
     
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    tesla has aftermarket roof shades available, maybe prius will
     
    #3 bisco, Jul 21, 2023
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    our cars have retractable shades under the glass roof. what am i missing here?
     
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    maybe they want it open for the light, but wanted to make sure uv protection was good.
     
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