Virginia law requires all motor vehicles to be equipped with functioning windshield wipers and defrosters or defoggers to ensure clear visibility for drivers. Windshield wipers must be controlled by the driver and, on certain vehicles like school buses, must be electrically or mechanically operated and clean both sides of the windshield. Additionally, vehicles manufactured after 1943 must have wipers on both sides of the windshield.
All vehicles must have a mechanically or electrically operated windshield wiper system controlled by the driver, capable of cleaning both sides of the windshield if manufactured after 1943.
Yes, all Virginia-registered vehicles manufactured from 1969 onward must be equipped with a functioning windshield defroster or defogger at all times when operated.
Yes, school buses must have electrically or mechanically operated windshield wipers that clean both sides of the windshield.
Non-functioning windshield wipers or defrosters violate Virginia law and can result in fines or penalties, as they are essential for driver visibility and safety.