Motoring specialists at Driving Test Success have highlighted that motorists can defrost their windscreens simply by switching on their vehicle’s windscreen fan. Setting this to maximum will cause the ice to disappear rapidly, sparing drivers from standing outside in freezing conditions this winter.
In a TikTok post, Driving Test Success explained that motorists can then reduce the fan to its regular setting once the windscreen has cleared. The video’s text stated: “Frozen windscreen? Put the temperature on high. Put the front windscreen fan on max. The ice will start to melt from the heat. Wipe away excess water and return the fan to normal.”
The clip has garnered more than a thousand likes on TikTok, with numerous viewers applauding the straightforward advice.
User ‘samer’ commented: “Wow, magic, the ice is gone.” Though user ‘MishMash82’ countered: “Wastes more fuel. Just get [out] and scrape it off, you lazy so and so.”
Specialists at Driving Test Success aren’t alone in encouraging motorists to utilise their vehicle’s heating system.
In a separate clip, Clear View Driving advised road users should activate their demister prior to setting off. They stated: “Now don’t use your windscreen wipers or washers as that won’t help.
“Turn on your front and rear demister. The rear demister also heats up your side mirrors in most new cars. But if the mirrors are not clear, make sure to clear them before you start driving.”
The AA has also advised motorists to “turn on the warm air blower” and “heated mirrors” to swiftly remove frost.
They instructed: “Start the engine and turn on the warm air blower on the windscreen. Switch on the rear windscreen heater and heated mirrors, if you have them. Then, once it’s done you can use your wipers. Turn on the air-con. It’s not just for summer – it’ll remove moisture from the air to stop the car from misting up.
“Don’t use your hands to wipe misted-up windows – you’ll leave greasy smears and a diamond ring could scratch the glass. Use a lint-free absorbent cloth if necessary. Stay with your car the whole time while the engine’s running.”
