Trico Universal Wiper Arm, 1949

Windshields protect motorists from dirt, debris, wind, and weather -- but dirty or rain-soaked windshields make driving hazardous. Windshield wipers help clear away mud and moisture, so drivers can safely navigate roads and highways. Trico introduced its first wipers in 1917 and by the end of the century had become one of the leading manufacturers of windshield wiper systems.