Why does my car window fog up when it’s really cold in the winter as well as when it rains in the summer? What’s the best way to clear up the windshield?
Turn on the air conditioner (to dehumidify) and make it as warm as you're comfortable with. (Most cars now automatically turn on the AC when you turn the selector to Defrost, even if the AC light doesn't light…something to remember when you're trying to save gas or accelerate.)
The Short Answer
Turn on the air conditioner (to dehumidify) and make it as warm as you're comfortable with. (Most cars now automatically turn on the AC when you turn the selector to Defrost, even if the AC light doesn't light…something to remember when you're trying to save gas or accelerate.)
Analysis
Key Concepts: Turn, you're, light
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Is there a simple explanation for why my car window fog up when it's really cold in the winter as well as when it rains in the summer? what's the best way to clear up the windshield?
Turn on the air conditioner (to dehumidify) and make it as warm as you're comfortable with. (Most cars now automatically turn on the AC when you turn the selector to Defrost, even if the AC light doesn't light…something to remember when you're…
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