Photo: Shutterstock How to
defrost your windshield in No Time One of the most dreaded tasks of the cold winter months is waiting for
your windshield to defrost. Blasting the
defrost can take time and wastes gas; and using a scraper isn't always effective, requires a lot of muscle, and can lead to frozen hands. (Warm up
your car interior with the help of these super-cool automotive accessories.) This easy-to-make solution can clear
your windshield in
less than a
minute and get you on the road fast. Simply mix 1/3 part water and 2/3 part isopropyl or rubbing alcohol. Pour the solution into a spray bottle and in the morning, spray it on
your windshield. The ice will disappear instantly. You can also spray the solution on
your car handles and doors if they are frozen shut. Still keep
your scraper handy, though, as you may need to scrape off some excess chunks of ice. (This is why
your car window has those little black dots.) This works because isopropyl doesn't freeze until it reaches 128?F below 0. Therefore, you can also keep the spray bottle in
your car without worrying about it freezing over night. (However, beware of leaving these nine items in
your car!) Another thing to note: Make sure that you continue to wash and wax
your car on a regular basis if you spray the solution on a part of
your car that is painted. Even though the solution doesn't directly touch the paint, if used often, it could cause it to erode. ((Here's how the colour of
your car affects
your chances of getting into an accident.) Try these other ways to use rubbing alcohol around the home! Originally published as How to
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