We've reached that time of year when our motors get plagued with one irritating issue – steamy condensation.
It may not seem like a big deal, but this fogginess can pose serious problems. Condensation on the inside of your car windows can mist up the glass, making it difficult to see the road, mirrors, and other vehicles. This significantly increases the risk of accidents.
What's more, persistent moisture inside your car creates an ideal environment for mould and mildew to grow. This can lead to unpleasant odours, health issues (especially for people with allergies or asthma), and damage to your car’s interior fabrics and surfaces.
So you'll be pleased to know there's a solution to this pesky problem! TikTok user ND_home has unleashed a trick that's absolutely taken off online, with countless viewers hailing it as pure brilliance.
According to the savvy content creator, all you need to banish that water from your windscreen is a humble item that's likely already in your kitchen cupboard.
Simply grab half a potato and give the affected area a good rub! Once it's dried, splash a bit of water on the window to give it a proper clean.
That's literally all there is to it and apparently it'll have your windows gleaming in no time. The tip has clearly struck a chord, racking up more than 30,000 views already.
One viewer gushed: "So helpful. Great car hack." Another chimed in: "Really useful hack." And a third person added: "Genius car hack."
Experts reckon there's solid science behind why this trick actually works for steamed-up windows. The secret is using a spotless spud, so give it a rinse first if it's looking a bit grubby.
If you've got an old potato that's started sprouting, this is the perfect opportunity to put it to good use.
Use the cut side to work across the window, making sure you cover every inch from edge to edge. This should effectively clean it and also form a layer that will prevent condensation from appearing on the window.
If you notice starchy streaks beginning to appear, simply wipe them off swiftly.
If you're aiming to apply a layer to all your vehicle's windows, you might need to utilise both halves to complete the task. Then just let it dry thoroughly without any interference.
Once the potato juice has dried, the windows should remain free of fog. This is due to the starch in the potato forming a barrier between the glass and the air.
