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UK drivers with air con have been u rged to make one simple change now - or face fines of up to £1,000 . Motorists and road users have been warned t he Highway Code states car windscreens "must be kept clean and free from obstructions” as winter creeps nearer in October.

Fixter explained: “The quickest and safest way to clear fog or frost is by combining warm air with your A/C. The system reduces humidity while the heat speeds up defogging.

“Direct airflow at the glass, avoid recirculation mode, and remember that driving with an unclear windscreen could cost you up to £1,000 in fines.”

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The RAC explained: “If your car has air conditioning make sure it is switched on. Use the air-con in conjun

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