Clever ways to deal with car condensation

It’s that time of the year when condensation in cars is particularly troublesome – especially in older vehicles.

Recent research conducted for Confused.com revealed that one in five (20%) of UK drivers are dealing with condensation on a regular basis.

Worryingly, it’s putting motorists and other road users in danger, with one in 10 (10%) claiming to have had an accident or near-miss as a result of condensation.

Furthermore, more than a third (37%) of those claimed the accident or near-miss happened because they were trying to wipe down the windscreen.

The study also indicated that many drivers don’t know how to deal with the issue. In fact, more than one in 20 (6%) admitted they don’t do anything to clear their windscreen, while 16% were confused about how to get rid of it.

Of those who have tried to tackle condensation, the top three most common fixes were:

1. Put the air conditioning on and wait for it to clear
2. Air out the car by leaving the windows open
3. Pull over and wipe the windows

Car condensation: quick fixes

• Wash your car to get rid of dirt particles that attract moisture
• Get rid of any damp items like coats and towels
• Fill a pair of tights with cat litter and leave in your car – this will help absorb excess moisture!
• Air out your car by leaving the windows open for a few hours (when safe to do so)
• Switch on your blower and A/C, and wipe down your windows thoroughly