Freezing temperatures can cause the rubber wipers to stick to the windshield. Activating the wipers while they are frozen can either tear the rubber or strain the motor that powers them.

A Jeffersonville motorist raised their wipers so they wouldn't be frozen to the windshield as light snow fell early Sunday morning during Winter Storm Blair's arrival in the metro Louisville area ...

More often than not, pouring water over your frozen windshield is a major no-no! Dumping cold water over an already thin coating of ice can create an even thicker one, depending on the outside ...

Gradually defrosting the windshield is more effective and safer, according to Smiley’s Glass. Skip using water to thaw frozen locks, too. If your windows are frozen, do not push the power ...

Here’s how to defrost your windshield efficiently and safely, ensuring optimal visibility for your drive. Pouring water over a frozen windshield is usually a big mistake. Cold water can actually ...

Avoid using warm or hot water to defrost anything on your car. Pesky frozen windshield wipers require a little extra attention to prevent damage. Judging your tire pressure can get tricky during ...

Can I pour hot water over the windshield to de-ice it? Pouring water over a frozen windshield is usually a big mistake, experts say. Cold water can make the ice even thicker while hot water can ...

You'll sometimes hear that a mix of vinegar and water is a "quick-fix" for getting ice off your windshield — don't believe it. Spraying a vinegar solution onto an already-frozen windshield won ...

In some places, it’s even illegal to drive if only a small "peephole" on the driver’s side of the windshield is cleared. Pouring water over a frozen windshield is usually a big mistake.

Do all of the tips provided above, but never pour hot water on a frozen windshield. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X ...

A cold wave is expected to sweep through the South, bringing with it below freezing temperatures to Louisiana. In preparation for extreme cold weather, many Louisiana residents will prepare for ...