Motorists have been urged to follow a tip that can prevent having to de-ice their windscreen. (Image: Getty)
A motoring expert has shared the easiest way for drivers to on .
Various parts of the UK are currently experiencing the first burst of for the year, with many motorists waking up to .
To help drivers get on the road as quickly and easily as possible, Ed Colley, Head of Brand and Marketing at the window repair and replacement service , recommended that drivers spray rain repellent on their windscreen the night before temperatures drop.
He advised: “The best bet for clearing the frost is to use a proper ice scraper, which can remove the ice efficiently without scratching the glass.
“For those who are , applying a rain repellent to your windscreen the night before will and can make de-icing your windscreen much easier and quicker.”
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Many companies offer rain repellent sprays that prevent water from sticking to the windows. (Image: Getty)
Available at motoring stores and most supermarkets for as little as £5 per bottle, rain repellents are designed to give car windows an additional layer that reduces friction.
As a result, drops of water landing on windows with repellent are much more likely to slide off, meaning ice is much more difficult to form if the temperature drops.
Drivers could also make their own rain repellent to avoid the need to de-ice their car windows by putting baking soda on a damp cloth and wiping the windscreen with it or spraying a mixture of ethanol, rubbing alcohol, and silicone oil.
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Pouring hot water on the vehicle to melt ice could cause windows to crack, with replacements needed. (Image: Getty)
Whatever method drivers use to remove ice from their vehicle’s windows or prevent it from forming altogether, Ed highlighted that it is vital that drivers avoid certain defrosting methods that could cause expensive damage.
He warned: “Drivers should avoid the temptation to remove the ice by pouring boiling water over the windscreen, as the sudden change in temperature can cause the glass to expand and cause small chips to expand into bigger cracks.
“Using sharp objects like credit cards to clear the ice is also likely to scratch the glass while turning on the car engine and leaving it to clear the ice can take time and is not the most environmentally friendly option.”
Nevertheless, whether the windscreen is coated with ice or dirt from the road, drivers must clear it all before they take to the roads.
Driving with a dirty or obstructed windscreen creates much bigger blind spots, which increases motorists’ risk of causing accidents with other road users.
They could also face an on-the-spot fine of £60, which may skyrocket to £2,500 if an obscured view of the road led to a case of dangerous driving.