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What are the methods to defog a car?

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StNathan
07/29/2025, 05:27 PM

If the fog is not heavy, you can open a small gap in the side windows to allow air convection inside the car, which will help dissipate the fog. Use the air conditioner's cold or warm air, combined with the defog button, to achieve the defogging effect. During rainy weather, you can turn on the car's air conditioner and set it to cold air to quickly remove the fog. Turn on the car's warm air conditioner to dry the interior fog with the hot air. This is the most primitive method—use a dry cloth to wipe the glass.

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Maddox
08/15/2025, 04:18 PM

In my decades of driving experience, foggy car windows have been a common occurrence. The most effective solution is to use the car's defogging function. Modern vehicles are basically equipped with that defrost button—pressing it automatically activates the fan, air conditioning, or heater to blow air toward the windshield, quickly evaporating the fog. I always take preventive measures while driving, such as opening the windows for a few minutes upon entering the car to reduce interior humidity. In summer, using the cold AC cools and defogs faster, while in winter, the heater warms and eliminates fog. Additionally, I always keep a defogging spray in the car—a quick spray and wipe with a cloth does the trick. Regular maintenance is also crucial; cleaning the windshield periodically prevents oil buildup, which otherwise leads to more frequent fogging. I deeply understand the danger of obscured visibility—when the fog is too thick, I pull over to handle it rather than risk driving. Safe driving is the top priority, and these little tricks give me peace of mind on the road.

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LaSophia
10/16/2025, 11:52 PM

I place great emphasis on safe driving and never overlook defogging issues. When car windows fog up, I immediately press the defrost button for quick clearance, as it activates the AC or heating system to dry the fog, typically working within ten seconds. If there's no button, I manually turn up the fan, switch on the AC or heater, and direct airflow toward the windows. For prevention, I maintain interior air circulation and avoid humid conditions with many people, such as not allowing passengers to bring wet towels into the car. Emergency methods like using defogging wipes are helpful, but never operate them while driving; fogged-up windows causing blurred vision are a major cause of accidents, so I always prioritize handling it to ensure risk-free driving safety.

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VonElla
11/29/2025, 11:36 PM

I'm a new driver, but defogging is quite easy for me. Usually, there's a defog button in the car—just press it, and the system automatically activates, using the fan and air conditioning to clear the fog. If there's no button, I turn the fan to the maximum setting, along with the AC for cold air or the heater for warm air. In winter, the heater works better, and I also use a defogging spray for emergencies—just spray and wipe. Prevention is simple too: clean the windows during car washes to minimize dirt buildup. The key is to act promptly before the fog gets heavy, ensuring clear and safe visibility while driving.

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Noah
01/20/2026, 01:00 AM

As a homemaker who commutes daily, defogging is something I frequently deal with. As soon as I get in the car, I use the defrost button function, which automatically adjusts the fan and air conditioning to clear the fog—simple and hassle-free. In winter, I prefer the heater for better results. For prevention, I pay attention to opening the windows for ventilation to reduce moisture buildup and keep some defogging wipes on hand just in case. Keeping the glass clean by wiping it weekly also helps reduce the frequency of fogging. These small methods make picking up and dropping off my kids safer and more convenient.

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