What to Do When Your Car is Frozen by Snow?

[MaryRose]

Start the car, and once the engine's water temperature rises, use the warm air to blow on the windshield until the ice layer melts. When there is snow and ice on the glass, use a plastic scraper or a glass frost scraper to remove it. Pour warm water over the frozen area or wipe it with warm water, but make sure to dry all residual water immediately after opening the door; otherwise, thicker ice will form in the door gaps.

[Tucker]

That snowy morning, I found my car door frozen shut and was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. I tried pouring hot water from a thermos, only to crack the windshield wide open, costing me hundreds in repairs. Now I've learned my lesson: gently remove snow first, use a soft brush or warm water pipe to thaw the door seams, and never force it open to avoid damaging the paint. After starting the engine, patiently wait for the heater to melt the frozen parts. Related tip: I bought a foldable car cover for just a few bucks—covering it before bed makes snow removal a breeze the next day. Adding some door lock lubricant during winter maintenance works wonders against freezing. Remember, never warm up the car too long in the garage to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Sharing these little tips with everyone.