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How can I get snow and ice off my car?

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Tips for cleaning your windshield in the winter 

We know how tough winter can be on your vehicle, but that doesn’t mean it has to be hard on you. We are going to gives you some tips for cleaning your windshield in the winter. Let’s take a look and see what you can do to clear off that snow and ice from your windshield. 

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Scraping 

There is always the good, old-fashioned way. Scraping ice off your vehicle is probably the best thing for you to do in order to see out of your windshield. Make sure to sweep the snow away from your headlights and off your vehicle as well so others can see you.  

Defroster 

If your windshield is fogging up, don’t try to wipe it with your glove. This will create a smudge. Heat up your vehicle to defrost the front and rear windshield to give you a clearer view or you can turn on the defroster while you are driving and that will take that fogginess off your windows. If you do smudge the inside of your windshield, go buy some glass cleaner, spray it on a cleaning towel and wipe it away. This will also help with your visibility. 

Home Remedies 

If your windshield wipers are not working like they used to, you may want to check out some home remedies. You can try out the store-bought water repellent, but you can also use vinegar on your windshield to help melt down the snow and ice. Also, you can put rubbing alcohol on the windshield wipers to give you a better clean. 

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These are just some tips for cleaning your windshield in the winter. If you are looking for a used vehicle this winter, check out our online inventory and schedule a test drive with us at Hillside Auto Mall today.