What is this on my windshield?

[efox]

I cleaned the glass inside and out with IPA and then with glass cleaner. It looks great except when a strong light comes from the front these small chip-like spots show up all over the surface. Are they actual chips? How can I get rid of them? Thanks

https://imgur.com/a/uV72P6W

[Blueline]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

Looks like to me, natural wear and tear on the glass, much like road rash on a bumper. There are always tiny little hard object being kicked up by the vehicle in the front, even though you cannot see them. It eventually wears away at everything hitting it at 70 mph. If that is in fact, road rash of the windshield, you are out of luck. There is nothing that I know, that you can do about it. A new windshield would do the trick.

[Murr1525]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

You could try claying the outside, but yeah, small nicks build up too.

[rlmccarty2000]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

If it is pitting you can feel it with your finger tip. No real solution other than replacement.

[Nick Winn]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

It is hard to tell for sure with that one picture if it is normal pitting. Another picture would help.

[Genuinevermillion]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

I thought I was the only one who has this problem. I am pretty sure it is imperfections in the glass. I thought it was tiny chips but I don't feel anything on the surface, I think it may be tiny bubbles as someone else suggested. Whatever the case, I don't remember ever seeing thus until my current car, 2009 Merc Grand Marquis.
I think the glass manufacturers are making an inferior product.

[tiwali]

Re: What is this on my windshield?

I thought I was the only one who has this problem. I am pretty sure it is imperfections in the glass. I thought it was tiny chips but I don't feel anything on the surface, I think it may be tiny bubbles as someone else suggested cfmoto uforce 1000 accessories. Whatever the case, I don't remember ever seeing thus until my current car, 2009 Merc Grand Marquis.
I think the glass manufacturers are making an inferior product.

If you can feel the spots with your fingernail, they’re likely tiny chips or pits. If not, they might be residue, mineral deposits, or etching. Try a clay bar, a vinegar/water mix, or a glass polish like Cerium Oxide. A razor blade can help with stubborn spots. If they’re actual pits, polishing may help slightly, but deep ones would require repair or replacement.

[Brenan Jiran]

The spots you’re seeing on your windshield under strong light are likely micro-pitting—tiny chips caused by road debris, dust, and sand hitting the glass over time. These imperfections can scatter light, making them more noticeable at night or under streetlights. Unfortunately, IPA and regular glass cleaner won’t remove these because they are physical defects in the glass rather than surface contamination. A good option is polishing the windshield with a glass polish designed for mild abrasions, which can reduce their appearance. If the damage is more severe, you might consider window tinting with a high-quality film that reduces glare and improves visibility in bright light conditions.