Ice scraper or window heater - which is better in the morning frost?

Winter is a tough time for drivers. Visibility is poorer because it gets dark early, roads can be slippery, and you'll have to get up early to deal with frosted windows. Ice scraper or windshield defroster - in today's article we will look at ways to get rid of frost and frost on windows and mirrors.

What will you learn from this post?

• What are the pros and cons of a window scraper?
• How to use a windshield defroster?
• What is the penalty for driving a car without snow?

Shortly speaking

Driving with frozen glass is dangerous and can result in a heavy fine. Ice can be removed from glass in two ways: with a traditional plastic ice scraper or with a liquid or spray de-icer. Both methods have advantages and disadvantages.

Take care of your safety

High transparency of glass is especially important in winter. Twilight is falling faster unforeseen situations happen more often due to icy and slippery roads. 

It is worth remembering that ice and snow must be removed not only from the windshield, but also from the rear window, side windows and mirrors. This is important for the driver to have good visibility when changing lanes or reversing. For the sake of the car, do not turn on washers and wipers until the windshield is defrosted and the remaining ice has been removed from it. We risk damaging the blades and even burning the wiper motors if they freeze.

This may be useful to you:

Ice scraper

You can buy a window scraper for a few zlotys at every gas station and hypermarket.so almost everyone carries it in their car. It is available in a variety of options (such as with a brush or glove) and is often added free of charge to oil or other fluids. The undoubted advantage of using an ice scraper is its low price and reliability, since it can be removed regardless of conditions. On the other hand, window cleaning can be time consuming and difficult when the frozen layer is thick. Also, be careful not to damage the seals with the sharp edge of the scraper. Some experts warn that when scratching there is a risk of scratching the glass with sand and dirt particles on its surface. It is safest to apply the squeegee at a 45 degree angle, but even this does not guarantee that it will avoid scratching.

Windshield defroster

An alternative to the traditional plastic scraper is windshield de-icer, available as a liquid or spray. These products are very easy to use - just spray on a frozen surface, and after a while remove water and ice residues with a rag, scraper, rubber squeegee or broom. You won't have to wait long for the effects, especially if the car is equipped with heated windshields. However, small problems can arise in strong winds, because it is difficult to apply the product accurately, which leads to more consumption. Defrosters from trusted manufacturers such as K2 or Sonax cost PLN 7-15.... The amount is small, but for the whole winter the costs will be slightly more than for a scraper. We do not recommend the cheapest products of unknown origin, as they can leave streaks or even greasy stains on the glass..

WINDOW CLEANER - K2 ALASKA, WINDOW SCRAPER

Track your tickets

Finally, we remind what are the financial implications of driving a car without snow or scratching windows while the engine is running... The law obliges the vehicle to be maintained in a condition that guarantees the driver good visibility and safe driving, and does not endanger the safety of other road users. Before leaving the garage or parking lot therefore, you must remove snow not only from the windshield, but also from the side and rear windows, mirrors, headlights, license plate, hood and roof.... There is a risk of driving a car without snow. fine up to PLN 500 and 6 penalty points. It is also worth remembering that it is forbidden to leave the car with the engine running in populated areas, even if you scrub the windows at this time. There is a risk of a fine of PLN 100, and if the engine is running with noise and excessive exhaust emissions, another PLN 300.

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