Always Has Been: Chapter 1: Charlotte M. Bridgwood and the Early Windshield Wiper Innovation

In 1910, Charlotte M. Bridgwood introduced the "Storm Windshield Cleaner," an early version of the automatic windshield wiper. Despite its potential benefits for driving safety and convenience, the invention faced resistance due to its complexity and cost, seen by many as unnecessary. As a result, Bridgwood struggled to market the device effectively within a rapidly evolving automotive landscape, highlighting early challenges in automotive technology adoption.