Use this 12p item to stop your car windscreen freezing over

The handy life hack uses a common kitchen staple to save motorists time and money.

While windscreen frost is annoying, it can also be dangerous and could see drivers hit with fines.

To help combat this, experts have shared a simple 12p hack that is sure to help you out over the winter months.

Icey windscreens can be very annoying in the morning (Image: Getty Images)

The 12p car hack that will stop your windscreen freezing over this winter

According to the experts over at Lotus Car Rental, the best way to prevent a frost is to cut an onion in half and rub it over the windscreen the night before your journey.

This should stop your windscreen from freezing over as onions can break down frost.

A potato can also be used and will work in the same way while vinegar can be mixed with water and placed into a spray bottle to help combat the issue.

They explain that vinegar is often "used as a de-icer because its freezing point is much lower than water’s, meaning the water doesn’t have the chance to settle and freeze".

Onions are a great way to prevent windscreens from freezing over (Image: Jari Hindstroem)

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However, the experts warned: "It may sound obvious but it’s always worth mentioning that you should never pour boiling hot water onto your windscreen.

"While one in five of us have admitted to doing this, even pouring lukewarm water can cause car windows to crack, especially if they are already chipped.

"Instead, pour some warm water in a ziplock bag and then rub the bag over your windscreen. This hack went viral on TikTok last winter because it takes the ice off in seconds!"