{"id":121388,"date":"2023-11-16T14:19:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T14:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cottontailsonline.com\/?p=121388"},"modified":"2023-11-16T14:19:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-16T14:19:43","slug":"demist-car-windscreen-in-minutes-using-a-button-found-inside-every-vehicle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cottontailsonline.com\/auto-news\/demist-car-windscreen-in-minutes-using-a-button-found-inside-every-vehicle\/","title":{"rendered":"Demist car windscreen in minutes using a button found inside every vehicle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/24\/590x\/secondary\/car-windscreen-demist-button-5068814.jpg?r=1700120583161\"><\/p>\n<p>Drivers can demist their car windscreen in just a few minutes this autumn and winter by pressing a couple of car buttons located inside every vehicle on the road, according to experts at LeaseCar.UK.<\/p>\n<p>Using a car\u2019s heating system, climate controls or opening a window could all help clear condensation on cold mornings.<\/p>\n<p>The warning comes as temperatures continue to fall across the UK with meteorologists at the Met Office predicting cooler weather by the end of the week.<\/p>\n<p>Firstly, LeaseCar has encouraged road users to simply turn on their heating system before setting off.<\/p>\n<p>They explained: \u201cWarm air inside the car will absorb moisture from the windows and reduce the fog and condensation that has built up.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> READ MORE <\/strong> <strong>\u2018I\u2019m a car expert and 14p household items can reduce car condensation&#8217;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/24\/590x\/secondary\/car-window-demist-5068816.jpg?r=1700120583211\"><\/p>\n<p>\u201cTurn on the heating a few minutes before setting off to ensure the windscreen is completely clear.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Some newer vehicles are likely to be fitted with a modern climate control system with separate settings for demisting a windscreen.<\/p>\n<p>This can usually be activated by pressing a button on the dashboard or moving a dial on the central console.<\/p>\n<p>LeaseCar added: \u201cSome cars will be fitted with a climate control system with a setting to demist the windscreen.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> DON&#8217;T MISS <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>&#8216;I&#8217;m a car expert from Iceland &#8211; this de-icing tip will save you time and money'[LATEST] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Driving expert says motorists should \u2018rub a potato or onion\u2019 on their car[ANALYSIS] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>I&#8217;m a car expert &#8211; drivers can stop windscreen mist using one bottle[COMMENT] <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/24\/590x\/secondary\/car-windscreen-demist-5068818.jpg?r=1700120583267\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Support fearless journalism<\/li>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Read The Daily Express online, advert free<\/li>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Get super-fast page loading<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/logo\/logo-premium-subscription.png\"><\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf your vehicle has this feature it\u2019s worth making use of it to help efficiently remove mist and fog from the windows.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>However, those who don&#8217;t have access to these tools could still use more traditional techniques such as turning on their air conditioning.<\/p>\n<p>The cool air can help dry out the moisture inside the vehicle and therefore remove fog on the screen.<\/p>\n<p>However, simply opening a window before setting off is also likely to have the desired effect.<\/p>\n<p>LeaseCar commented: \u201cOpening up a window will bring dry air from outside to warm up and help absorb moisture from inside the car. This is also a good alternative to turning on the air-con.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Specialists at LeaseCar have warned drivers that failing to follow the rules could result in dire consequences.<\/p>\n<p>Road users must completely clear any condensation off their windscreen or risk being slapped with fines and penalty points.<\/p>\n<p>Tim Alcock, spokesman of LeaseCar.UK said: \u201cDrivers should always make sure to completely de-mist their windscreens before setting off or risk being slapped with a fine of up to \u00a32,500 for breaking the Highway Code.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDon\u2019t be tempted to just leave a small gap to see what is directly in front, as you could still be fined for careless driving by not being able to see the full road view ahead.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere are several things drivers can do to speed up the demisting to avoid driving with foggy windows.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.express.co.uk\/life-style\/cars\/1835577\/demist-car-windscreen-car-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drivers can demist their car windscreen in just a few minutes this autumn and winter by pressing a couple of car buttons located inside every vehicle on the road, according<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.8 - 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