The trick, recently promoted by a British car sales group and previously revealed by the “Today” show, suggests that drivers slice and then rub down their windshield with a potato half to ...

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 ...

Avoid metal scrapers: These can scratch or chip your windshield. Don’t use your wipers prematurely: Trying to move frozen wiper or pushing them against thick ice can damage the wiper arms or motor.

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 ...

So, when it happens it’s no wonder questions like, “Can I pour water on my frozen windshield” get searched much more often. So, we’ve got some tips from AAA to help you when facing ...

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 ...

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 ...