Why Put Unnecessary Socks on Windshield Wipers: Interesting Winter Advice for Motorists

02.12.2024 13:53

Is your car parked outside every night?

Then at the beginning of winter you need to find some old socks, wash and dry them.

As a result, you will receive a product that can act as... windshield wiper covers.

Why wear socks on windshield wipers

In the cold season, many drivers face the problem of wipers freezing to the windshield.

Overnight, the windshield wipers of a car parked in the yard can become “stuck” to the glass surface.

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Photo: © Belnovosti

Trying to remove the wipers may damage the device.

To avoid problems, you need to do everything to ensure that the wipers do not freeze to the windshield.

Many motorists raise the windshield wipers before leaving their car outdoors in the evening.

But this is not enough. It is also desirable to provide the device with heat.

That's what old socks are for. Just put them on your windshield wipers. They won't end up covered in ice.

Important: if you still want to leave the windshield wipers pressed against the glass, you cannot put socks on them.

For reference

A windshield wiper is a device used to remove raindrops (moisture) and dirt from the windshield and lighting devices (cars, other vehicles).

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief