Lindsey Christiansen
A foggy windshield happens when water condenses onto the glass, usually coming from body heat breath from inside the car. This can be a very dangerous situation if not dealt with properly. Fortunately, there are several precautions that are effective in reducing windshield fog while driving. Here are a few things you can do that are recommended by Diamond Glass:
Yes, this may seem like a silly thing to do, but breathing more slowly will reduce the amount of moisture in the car. Cold temperatures significantly increase fog on windows, especially where there are several people in the car breathing and talking. If you feel that the fog is building up too much, ask your passengers to quiet down for a bit before the heater kicks in.
It is better to put it on the fresh air setting rather than the air circulation setting. This prevents recycled air, which is already filled with moisture, from being blasted onto the windows and windshield. Use the defroster setting often also. It may be tempting to keep these things shut off to save on gas, but defogging windows is a safety issue that is worth every penny to prevent.
It may be freezing outside, but opening the window a bit will release a floodgate of fresh, dry air into the car, quickly de-fogging the windows.
Using an ammonia-based window cleaner significantly reduces buildup on windows. Spray onto the inside of the windshield and rub vertically to prevent smears. Also, it is good to use the solution regularly to ensure that good results are achieved every time.
Foggy windows are very annoying, and sometimes dangerous. Following Diamond Glass’ recommended precautions will help you be safer on the road, and may prevent a serious accident.
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