Driver shares simple hack to stop car windows fogging up in the winter

One of the most irksome winter issues is when you're in a hurry to get to work or school on a bitterly cold day, and as you start your car, the windscreen mists up, making it impossible to drive off as you squint through a small gap hastily wiped clean with your hand.

Window misting occurs when the warm, humid air inside your vehicle hits the cold glass of your windows, resulting in condensation.

This is particularly prevalent during the winter months when temperature differences are at their most pronounced. While using a car's built-in systems to defog your windows might be effective, it can be time-consuming and doesn't always stop the fog from returning.

The specialists at Locking Wheelnuts Removed have disclosed a simple and inexpensive trick that will permanently eliminate this issue, and chances are, you already have the necessary items in your home.

Shaving cream can serve as an anti-fogging agent, thanks to components in its formula that form a protective barrier on the glass, warding off moisture, reports the Express.

It's a cost-effective alternative to commercial anti-fogging sprays, and the results can endure for weeks. To apply this trick, begin by thoroughly cleaning your windscreen with glass cleaner.

Next, take a small quantity of non-gel shaving cream and spread it across the interior side of the glass using a clean microfiber cloth. Allow the cream to sit for a few minutes then gently polish it off with a clean dry cloth.

This swift and straightforward trick will create an invisible layer on your windscreen that prevents it from fogging up for weeks. When the effect wears off, just repeat the process throughout the winter to ensure you can drive whenever necessary.

Other methods to keep your windscreen clear include using silica gel packs. Positioning these in your car will help soak up surplus moisture and lessen fog.

Similarly, slightly opening a window to balance the car's temperature can also help reduce fogging.