Piaa97055 22-Inch (550mm) Si-Tech Silicone Wiper Blade, Premium All-Season OEM Windshield Wiper Replacement

I’m pretty particular with wiper blades and have tried a lot. I’ve tried RainX, Bosch, Trico, even store brands searching for blades that would actually last more than a year in a relatively harsh climate where the summer are hot and humid and the winters can get below freezing, with lots of fluctuation. These are the best, and there’s no close second. They’re on all our cars now and after more than a year on some they still function like new. They fit well, seem easy on the windows, and actually wipe the window without leaving an annoying streak. I’ll stick with these.

I have been using these for several years. They last me about 1 to 1 1/2 years here in Florida. No squeaking noise and no streaking. I have a 2018 Jaguar f-pace S. I use the part A with M to mount them. Since there are no instructions you need to pop off the preinstalled connector and put the part M on first.

These are great wipers. This is the second set I've put on my truck. They last for a decent amount of time compared to some of the cheap ones. They help keep the windshield clear and my old eyes can use all the help they can get. They come with a bunch of different attachment to get them installed. I have an old Silverado that uses a different attachment than my new one so they have you covered. Just follow the guide to see which attachment you need. Once the attachment is on, it was fairly easy to replace the old ones. The price is getting to be a bit much on these so I'll have to see if I think they are worth the money when I need them again.

I received my PIAA 97055 22-Inch (550mm) Si-Tech Silicone Wiper Blades on time as scheduled. The wiper blades are packaged and sold individually, so you’ll need to look up what blades are available for your specific vehicle. Inside the long plastic package contains the actual wiper blade (not wiper refill), various snap-on adapters to fit every style wiper arms (if needed) and a packet of wet silicone wipes for the windshield.As instructed on the outside packaging, I cleaned the front windshield to a spotless shine. I then used the large wet silicone wipes and gently rubbed little circles over the entire front windshield and let it dried to a haze. I took a slightly damp microfiber towel to remove all the remaining haze, and then took another dry microfiber towel to polish the glass to perfection. I know through years of experience in the performance automotive industry that windshield wipers work best with clean a windshield and wiper edge.The installation was a breeze, the windshield wiper mounting point is able to accept two of the most popular mounting styles without the use of any adapters. However, if the basic mounting system doesn’t fit you still have many adapters to choose from to make it work. I installed mine in 10 seconds flat per windshield wiper.I tested these windshield wipers in the harshest conditions of Chicago, Illinois during the most inclement weather conditions! I didn’t even have to use the highest speed on the windshield wipers to be truly effective on the heaviest rain. It was easy to see everything through the windshield during the worst rain ever whether it be day or evening, just incredible. The windshield wipers were extremely quiet at all speeds settings, no streaks and no chattering noise. I know that the silicone wipes helps with the performance of these windshield wipers through water beading and dispersion, but I know that after the stuff wears off, the wipers will still work regardless of the silicone wipes. I have these windshield wipers blades on five of my personal vehicles. I have two offroad vehicles with these windshield wipers blades for over 10 plus years and they still work perfectly even with dirty windshields and no silicone on the windshield. My vehicles has been through extreme temperatures hot and cold for over ten years, but my windshield wipers has never failed me, period! It’s expensive (about $70.00 for the pair, but well worth it. You get what you pay for, so I’d give it two thumbs up!

(Updated!)After years of promoting these wipers, I have to demote my review 1 star.New info:-* BIGGEST REASON FOR DEMOTION: The refills are not as expected. They replace the blade, yes, but they do NOT contain the magic alcohol/silicone wipe that is the key to this wiper's effectiveness. (That means the refills are nigh-useless.)-* On newer cars, flat-bar design's clunkiness seems to cause aerodynamic issues with the wipe. (Rain may splatter back from the A-pillar after wipe at speed.) (Experienced on RSX, Sonata--A-pillar is raised, not like Firebird, Mazda3--.)The PIAA SS wiper remains exceptional, BUT that quality comes at a hefty price. It's still the best wipe, BUT to keep that performance, you have to buy the entire blade when you replace them. So rather than refilling them every...year? 2 years? 3? You'll want to change the entire blade at that interval. The cost-effectiveness falls dramatically. My opinion is your safety is still worth every penny, but here's an alternative.My suggestion, then, is buy the Super Silicone (NON-flat-bar) instead. You get the same wipe, but you spend less initially and less over time. The aerodynamic problems are eliminated because the air passes through them, rather than around them. The only downside is they aren't as nice to look at.Finally, buy these wipers (or the traditional ones) for your safety, if for nothing else, but do it eyes wide open. And don't buy the refills, ever...(Old content)My friend and I bought the original PIAA Super Silicone wipers a number of years ago and found them to be the best in the business. I bought another pair for my other car, and now another pair for the DD. So this review combines all my experiences. Overall, if you own any car besides a Euro, BUY THEM. Your safety isn't worth any less.Brief:+ Wiper performance+ Patented silicone coating technology+ Cost-effectiveness+ Wiper life+ Eliminates rear wiper chatter+ Flat-bar design+ Compatibility for all non-Euro cars- Takes a little time to install properly- Flat-bar design is not as streamlined as someHearsay:- Some European cars have fitment issues (note: PIAA makes specific-fit wipers for you, make sure you get them if they're available for your application!)- PIAA Fitment Guide might be inaccurate- PIAA SupportExpanded:+ I used to have an hour commute, and, as it is in the "Sunshine State", it was ALWAYS *POURING* rain in the evenings on the way back. Most people would be terrified in such conditions, but I actually looked forward to getting home early. Most everyone would slow to below 30mph and get into the slow lane as rain came sheeting across their cars, but I would take the fast lane at the speed limit thanks to crystal clear vision. The patented silicone coating makes it possible by allowing raindrops to turn into beads and roll back over the windshield. At 70mph, the effect is profound. I genuinely laughed at all the people crawling in the slow lane as I blasted past. Wiping performance, then, is absolutely spectacular. My friends are astonished by it when they ride with me: you have to see it to believe it. Rain-X has nothing on this.+ Modern flat-bar design is better-looking, even if it costs a tad more than the old Super Silicone wipers. You can still get the old ones if you want-save a little if you're okay with the old-school looks.+* Immensely cost-effective. So we know the performance is incredible. Fine. But what about cost? I would ask you what your safety is worth. The wipers are an initial investment, that is true, but you gain some cost back, and here's why. When these wear out, you can use PIAA's refill system to revitalize your wipers. These cost less than getting whole new blades, PIAA Super-Silicone or not. So it will take a while, but change-for-change, you'll equalize the cost eventually. See the next point.+ The wiper life is amazing, main reason for the cost-effectiveness. Here in FL sun, the wipers take a UV beating. If you actually keep up with maintenance on your vehicle, wiper changes for cars in the sun 24/7 is around every 3 months, maybe 6 months to a year. These? No. My friend bought these for his brand-new Mazda3 hatch in 2007, and 5 years later, they still wipe perfectly. So change-for-change, things will equalize eventually. Time-for-time, however, things equalize almost immediately. I can't speak for my own wiper life, unfortunately, as I totaled the first car I put these on.+ 2 of 3 of my so-equipped cars have been fast- hatchbacks equipped with a rear wiper, and I've tried a number of different wipers on that rear mount. Not a single one has eliminated the chatter...until now. The silicone coating meshes perfectly with the silicone wipers, making them dead-silent. I know there aren't a whole lot of hatchbacks these days, but those that do have them might find the information useful.- If you follow the install instructions, it takes a little longer than just snick-snap-thwap.-* The flat-bar design is not as visually appealing as Valeo, the original flat-bar.- I see that some Euro car drivers are having trouble with fitment. PIAA recently added a new line of wipers specifically engineered for your cars. I would start with that lineup of wipers, THEN check the PIAA fitment sheets. See next.- PIAA support, according to the same reviews, is spotty. In addition, according to other reviews, the fitment guide isn't that great. Luckily, Amazon has the return policy, I believe. It seems Japanese and American cars don't have issues-I've tried the following cars with perfect results: Honda (Acura Integra, RSX), GM (Pontiac Firebird), Mazda (3 Hatch, front wipers ONLY), Hyundai (Sonata)Overall, if you have a Euro car, you might have to do a little research, but everyone else should be buying these. Get the right length, obviously, but buy them. For a little up-front cost and less over time, you get the very best in rain safety. Well, at least until the patent expires.