Maintaining proper visibility is
crucial when trying to practice safe driving. This is known by
drivers and law enforcement authorities alike. Many car owners have
been pulled over and warned or ticketed for having their vision
obstructed, whether due to windshield damage, or because of GPS
systems and window ornaments cluttering their view. Though the
importance of proper vision is understood, the danger of foggy
windshields is often understated. Fog can simply be wiped off of the
glass, causing many people to dismiss it as an insignificant problem,
but windows can fog at the worst times, and frantic single-handed
wiping is not a safe solution. Read on for some simple and effective
fog-fighting strategies that go beyond pressing the dehumidifier
button.
Keep wetness away
Fog typically builds up on
windshields because of heightened levels of moisture in the car's
interior. As the temperature drops, the air must expel its moisture,
and the majority of it ends up deposited on the insides of your
windows. One way to minimize the accumulation of fog is to keep
excess moisture out of your car. This means sweaty gym gear, damp
umbrellas, or glistening produce should be transported in the trunk.
Be sure to kick any snow off of your boots before stepping into your
car as well, or you risk feeding the fog!
Wash your windows
Most people keep the exterior
of their windshield clean, but neglect its interior surface. Dirt
offers moisture a base foundation upon which to settle. Removing this
layer of dirt makes it harder for fog to form.
Fresh air reinforcements
Allowing your AC to
recirculate only pushes the moisture around inside of your car. If
you put the air on, the fog will be unaffected, and will actually
worsen as your breath and sweat ups the humidity. Instead, allow new
air to circulate and carry moisture out of your car.
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