What are the methods to solve car window fogging in summer?
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To solve car window fogging in summer, the methods are: 1. When the fog is not heavy, you can appropriately open both windows to allow air convection, which eliminates the temperature difference on both sides of the windshield; 2. Blowing hot air fundamentally solves the problem of window fogging, and the fog will not reappear after the hot air is turned off; 3. Use a defogging agent by spraying a layer on the windshield to form an effective protective film. The effectiveness of this protective film is short-lived, requiring repeated applications to maintain the effect. Causes of car window fogging: 1. There is a temperature difference between the inside and outside of the car; 2. The window temperature is lower than the dew point temperature; 3. There is a temperature difference on both sides of the window.
Foggy car windows in summer can be really annoying. My experience is to immediately open the windows for ventilation to reduce humidity inside the car. At the same time, turn on the air conditioning to cool down, increase the fan speed, and direct cold air toward the glass—the temperature difference will quickly clear the fog. Remember to press the AC button to activate the dehumidification function, which works better than using cold air alone. After rain, keep a dry towel in the trunk to wipe the glass in emergencies. Turning on the external circulation in advance can also prevent fogging. If you use anti-fog spray, apply it to the inner side of the glass during car washing to form a protective film that lasts one or two weeks. Don’t forget to replace the air conditioning filter regularly—if it’s clogged, the dehumidification effect will be significantly reduced. Trying these methods in rotation should mostly solve the problem, but safety comes first—never wipe the glass with a towel while driving.
In summer, fogging on the windows is mainly caused by the large temperature difference between the inside and outside of the car combined with high humidity. My physics teacher explained that this is due to water vapor condensing when it encounters cold surfaces. Here’s how I usually handle it: turn on the air conditioning compressor, press the defog button, and direct the cold air straight at the windshield—cold air can quickly eliminate the temperature difference. For long-distance driving, it’s better not to set the temperature too low; around 25°C is more stable. When parking, remember to switch the air conditioning to external circulation to reduce condensation. If your car has a rear window heating function, don’t forget to activate the electric heating wires to defog. Car enthusiasts in group chats have also recommended wiping the windows with soapy water, which works similarly to anti-fog agents but is less effective. Develop the habit of turning off the air conditioning before getting out of the car to avoid sudden humidity drops and condensation when starting the car next time.
As a novice driver, I was most afraid of fogging up. After some trial and error, I summarized three key points: safely pull over and turn on the defogging mode with AC on and recirculation off; if it's not raining heavily, open diagonal windows to balance temperature and humidity; dry the inside of the windshield and then blow cold air for five minutes. Cars with modified rain guards can crack windows slightly for ventilation during rain. Avoid keeping wet umbrellas or half-empty water bottles as moisture sources inside the car. A fellow driver once taught me to mix dish soap and water in a 1:10 ratio, then wipe the glass with a towel to create an anti-fog film—low cost but remember to reapply weekly. These methods are practical, with the key being to operate calmly and methodically.
