Fact check: Pouring hot water on your windshield could damage glass
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Dos and don'ts of defrosting your car - and pouring hot water on your windshield is NOT the right way
This is what happens when you pour boiling water over your frozen windshield or windows. Use WARM tap water if you want to defrost your windows quickly., By Stable Vehicle Contracts