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De-icing salt During snowy periods, walking to your vehicle […]","datePublished":"2020-02-07","dateModified":"2020-02-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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Motor-Vision have teamed up with MotorEasy -the experts in car maintenance- and have gone back the basics offering top tips to ensure that you and your vehicle stay safely on the road this time of year. De-icing salt During snowy periods, walking to your vehicle can be verydangerous if not handled properly. Halfords have recently launched a metre-long de-icing saltstick which means ice and snow are melted rapidly by applying salt to the floorbetween your home and your vehicle, decreasing the risk of falling. We\u2019re sure other salt sticks are available, but Halfords are charging \u00a33.50 for theirs which can cover up to 60 square meters! Windscreen protection If you can pre-plan, it can remove aggravation in the mornings.It sounds obvious but by securing your vehicle in a garage or parking the frontof the vehicle nearer to a wall, this can provide protection from the snow orice settling on your windscreen. It is one of the main causes of damage towindscreens and fatal accidents, so it\u2019s important to prevent this fromhappening.Covering your windscreen with a blanket or sheet is a realcheap and easy way to prevent ice appearing on the vehicle, leaving you withmore time in the morning.A myth that often circulates during winter months is to use hot water to melt the ice from your windscreen. Although this will effectively dissolve the ice, it may lead to bigger issues. Due to the rapid change of temperature caused by the hot water on the surface, your windscreen could potentially crack\u2026adding more aggravation to your day!  Cleaning your vehicleEven through blistering cold times, it is extremelyimportant to keep your vehicle clean, especially your lights. Keeping thingstidy allows other cars to see your vehicle and a simple wipe of the headlightswith a cloth it can be done.Studies show that you can lose an estimated 40% ofluminosity in just 20 miles due to the gritted roads, according to road safetycharity IAM Road Smart. Driving cautiously As you can imagine ice on the roads can be truly perilous. MotorEasy found there were 122,635 roads accidents in the UK last year, 20% of these accidents were serious or even fatal. Additionally, 48% of drivers have avoided driving because ofthe weather and a further 52% of motorists admit that ice is one of the reasonsthat they put off travelling. For extra peace of mind, MotorEasy offer protection plans from warranty cover to vehicle servicing. MotorEasy handle any repairs you need directly with the garage; even arranging collection and return of your car! Plus, they pay the garage, so you\u2019re never out of pocket."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Improve your car care this winter: tips and tricks that will help you.","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/improve-your-car-care-this-winter\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]