When the cold weather strikes, freezing your windscreen, it can be both annoying and time-consuming. Short of sitting inside with the engine running for 15 minutes to allow the heater to do its job, drivers are left having to scrape away the offending ice or blast it with a deicing spray which isn't always that effective.

Whilst this task is time-consuming amongst the morning rush, driving with an obscured vision can lead to an unwanted £1,000 fine and three penalty points. To keep all drivers safe, Icelandic and cold-weather experts at Lotus Car Rentals have shared their top tips on how to prevent ice on your car.

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