As temperatures plummet across the UK car users will find themselves battling to de-ice their cars in the mornings.
But it's not just icy windscreens that are a pain for drivers as they will find their cars misting up on the inside too.
For those who spend a good 10 minutes de-frosting their vehicles, there's nothing worse than then having to deal with foggy windows.
And while there are many de-icing hacks , tricks for demisting windscreens are less known.
Windscreens mist as water vapour from the driver and passenger heats the air inside the cabin, according the the RAC.
The roadside assistance and insurance company has provided seven tips for keeping your windscreen clear in winter .
1. Plan ahead
Plan ahead to save time in the mornings by putting a windscreen cover on the night before.
2. Give yourself plenty of time
Allow yourself about 10 minutes to clear your windscreen thoroughly using a scraper and de-icer if necessary.
And don't just focus on your windscreen - think about your other windows, mirrors and even lights.
3. Keep de-icer in your car
Give the outside of your windscreen, windows and lights a quick spray and mak sure you use a proper scraper - not a CD case or bank card - to wipe away any extra ice crystals.
4. DON'T use your kettle
No matter how tempting - and how quickly it clear the ice - do not pour boiling hot water over the windows in an attempt to melt any ice.
The thermal shock (going from sub-zero temperatures to nearly 100 degrees Celsius in a matter of seconds) can crack your windows, leading to an expensive bill.
5. Use your heater, properly
To stop the inside from misting up - which is caused by hot, wet air - use the heater but start off cold, then slowly increase the temperature as the air dries out
Check more adivce on how to do this properly here - how to demist your windscreen in double-quick time .
If you use the vehicle’s heater /screen demister, don’t leave your car unattended while you wait for it to defrost as you run the risk of having your vehicle stolen.
6. Do not wipe
While it may be a quick fix for clearing
Although it might give you short-term relief it will leave marks on your windscreen, which could make it harder to see out of in the long run.
Persevere with the heater – it shouldn’t take long to demist.
7. Wait for it
Finally, don’t move off until your windscreen, rear screen, side windows and door mirrors are free of ice, snow or any condensation.
Not only is it highly dangerous – it could mean you miss that car coming as you pull out of a side road. It’s also illegal to drive with poor visibility as stated by the Highway Code.
