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This De-Icing Hack Is Shattering Windshields—Here’s What to Do Instead

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If you’re like many other Americans, you’ve been hit by winter storms two weekends in a row. And if you park outside, it is even more of a hassle to get in your car and go every day. A windshield covered with thick ice can be frustrating, especially if you are just trying to get to wherever you need to be. Using the wrong de-icing technique can crack or shatter your windshield, costing you hundreds and even thousands of dollars. Here are eight mistakes you don’t want to make if you are thawing out your glass.

1. Pouring Hot Water on a Frozen Windshield

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