Mary Anderson

Mary Anderson was an American inventor best known for creating the windshield wiper in 1903. Frustrated by her visibility issues during snowy and rainy weather while riding a streetcar, she designed a device with a manual lever to clear the windshield. Her invention greatly improved safety and visibility for drivers and passengers. Although initially not widely adopted, windshield wipers became standard on vehicles and remain a crucial safety feature today. Anderson’s innovation highlights her creativity and foresight in addressing everyday transportation challenges.