{"id":43928,"date":"2023-12-06T18:19:06","date_gmt":"2023-12-06T18:19:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cabanesetcompagnie.com\/?p=43928"},"modified":"2023-12-06T18:19:06","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T18:19:06","slug":"superpower-tip-to-de-ice-your-windscreen-in-seconds-that-costs-just-10p-is-hailed-absolute-genius-by-drivers-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cabanesetcompagnie.com\/world-news\/superpower-tip-to-de-ice-your-windscreen-in-seconds-that-costs-just-10p-is-hailed-absolute-genius-by-drivers-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Superpower tip to de-ice your windscreen in seconds that costs just 10p is hailed \u2018absolute genius\u2019 by drivers | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"
A CAR expert has revealed a superpower 10p tip to de-ice your windscreen in seconds and drivers say is "absolute genius". <\/p>\n
This common household staple can get rid of the dreaded ice in the mornings – and it won't leave you out of pocket. <\/p>\n
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Drivers struggling with icy windscreens in the morning are urged to try out a genius cleaning tip. <\/p>\n
Motoring experts at LeaseCar.UK recommended drivers to use a "superpower" food. <\/p>\n
All you need is one potato – which can cost you 10p at your local shop. <\/p>\n
LeaseCar spokesman Tim Alcock said drivers only need to cut the potato in half and rub it against the glass. <\/p>\n
He told the Express: \u201cThe starch and sugar inside a potato are superpowers when removing ice.<\/p>\n \u201cUse a sliced potato and rub over the windscreen. The content of the potatoes stops water and ice adhering. <\/p>\n "Any starch marks from the potato can be easily cleaned with the car's washer fluid and a few swipes from the windscreen.\u201d<\/p>\n The common vegetable can prevent condensation and frost from forming on the glass of your vehicle. <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Potatoes contain starch – which acts as a powerful blocking barrier between the glass windscreen and the air.<\/p>\n When it is used before a big freeze or snow, the vegetable can stop ice from sticking to the car.<\/p>\n The hassle-free hack won't only save you time in the morning – but also a hefty fine. <\/p>\n According to the Highway Code motorists must not travel unless their windscreen is completely clear.\u00a0<\/p>\n Rule 229 of the Code\u00a0states all snow and ice must be cleared from all windows before hitting the road.<\/p>\n It comes as a car expert explained why a viral winter hack could have catastrophic consequences for your windscreen.<\/p>\n The team at\u00a0Swansway Motor Group\u00a0urged drivers to steer clear of the\u00a0dangerous defrosting trick.<\/p>\n The\u00a0hack, which involved pouring a bottle of\u00a0vodka\u00a0over the windscreen to prevent it from frosting up, has gained popularity on\u00a0TikTok.<\/p>\n The science<\/span> behind it is that\u00a0alcohol\u00a0has a lower freezing point that water and so coating the glass in a strongly alcoholic drink will stop condensation from freezing on it.<\/p>\n However, the specialists warned against the potential unintended consequences of this approach.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, drivers are just learning of a handy product that can defrost a car's windscreen in seconds… hopefully putting to rest everyone's least-favourite morning chore.<\/p>\n All it takes is a spray bottle, some water and an everyday product that only costs a couple of quid.<\/p>\n<\/picture>IN THE KNOW <\/span><\/p>\n
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