CAR DE-ICING TIPS FOR FREEZING MORNINGS

Don't worry. Some simple cupboard staples could keep your windscreen frost-free. And you won't have to use that half-frozen bank card to pay off a fine.

Why does my windscreen ice up?

As the temperature drops below freezing, water vapour in the air becomes super-cooled. This causes frost and ice.

But the temperature doesn't have to drop below freezing for your windscreen and windows to freeze over

The glass of your car's windows freeze over much quicker than any other surface of the car.

This is similar to how water vapour becomes condensation when it hits a cold surface.



Step-by-step de-icing checklist

Check your windscreen wipers

Make sure your wipers aren't switched on - if they're frozen to the windscreen they could be damaged when the engine starts.





Switch on your ignition and crank the heat up

Turn your blowers to full and the temperature to high. Point them at the windscreen - if you have a heated windscreen option, switch it on. Switch on the A/C if you have it to keep the air dry.



Use a de-icer and ice scraper

It's always handy to keep a can of de-icer for the car nearby. If you've run out, you can make your own DIY de-icer at home - see below for our top tips.
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