Drivers have been given a quick tip that can help them prevent their car windows misting up (Image: Getty)
Drivers have been urged to put an unlikely item inside their car in a bid to from putting them at risk.
Whilst across the UK are getting milder, meaning drivers are no longer having to scrape ice off their windows, many are having to before taking to the roads.
However, Pete Ridley, motoring expert at , highlighted that drivers can avoid the long delay and altogether with a .
He advised: “It may seem strange, but this unassuming potato has some scientific backing. The starch in the potato forms a clear layer on the glass that prevents water and condensation from adhering.
“It’s straightforward, easy to do, and, most importantly, it’s very inexpensive!”
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By cutting and rubbing a raw potato on their windscreen, drivers can stop condensation from forming (Image: Getty)
Despite sounding preposterous, cutting a raw potato in half and rubbing it on the windscreen will give it a very thin layer of starchy residue that offers much less friction than glass.
As a result, any moisture in the air that lands on the windscreen is much more likely to run off, preventing condensation from blocking a driver’s view of the road.
In addition to cutting the time required to prepare a car for cold journeys, the tip can also help motorists avoid fines spanning from £100 to £2,500 for driving with a blocked view of the road.
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Drivers who fail to properly demist their windows can face fines of up to £2,500 (Image: Getty)
To get the best effect from the tip, Car Finance Saver recommended that motorists begin by cleaning the windscreen with a dedicated window cleaning product, and waiting for it to dry.
When applying the potato, the layer of residue should be thin and even to ensure good visibility, whilst also covering the entire surface of the screen.
The company also recommended carrying a cloth in the vehicle, which can be used to buff the residue if it begins to streak.
Pete noted that the potato hack shows that drivers do not have to spend a fortune on motoring accessories to stay safe on the roads over winter.
He continued: “Bad weather shouldn’t mean unsafe driving. This hack proves that sometimes the simplest solutions are the most effective.
“It’s a budget-friendly way to keep visibility high, reduce frustration, and drive safely through the toughest conditions.”