Motoring experts have warned against using hot water to defrost your windscreen as it can cause costly damage - but there's a cheap £2 solution that works perfectly

There's nothing more frustrating than rushing to your car in the morning, only to find it's blanketed in frost. It's bitterly cold, you've likely woken up on the wrong side of the bed, and all you want is to get to work so you can get back home sooner.

But whatever you do, resist the urge to use a kettle to solve your frosty problems, as this could damage your vehicle , even if the damage isn't immediately visible. Green Flag warns: "It may seem logical that hot water will melt the ice, but if the water's too hot, it could cause your windscreen to crack. Also, the water may spill on the ground and freeze, forming a dang

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