Drivers warned of de-icer solutions that could cause vehicle damage

Experts at Carole Nash have previously warned that chemical de-icers might ‘not be the best thing’ for car paintwork and urged drivers to use rubbing alcohol instead. They added that a simple homemade solution will ‘cut through ice easily’ in an easy-to-follow morning routine.The experts claimed: ‘Chemical de-icers are not the best thing for your car’s paintwork so why not try making your own?’Rubbing alcohol freezes at -89 degrees Celsius so will cut through ice easily.’Mix with water (2:1 alcohol to water), add in a teaspoon of washing up liquid for every two cups, and decant into a spray bottle before applying to a frozen windscreen.’However, experts at All Car Leasing argued that de-icers do not harm paintwork but could affect some parts of the vehicle.READ MORE: Elderly drivers should face ‘more frequent’ driving licence renewals Drivers warned of de-icer solutions that could cause vehicle damage. (Image: Getty)They said: ‘Modern de-icers do no harm to modern vehicle paintwork.’That being said, it is not advisable to put de-icer into any other part of the vehicle including the interior and around the engines especially the engine coolant and motor oil reservoirs as the chemicals do not mix well and could cause irreversible damage.’Rock salt shouldn’t come into contact with cars and won’t do any damage to the tyres.’Mark Cooper, the head of product at Carole Nash, also warned that drivers should prepare now to avoid being caught out.DON’T MISS Petrol and diesel drivers warned of new Clean Air Zones in 2023 [WARNING] Thousands at risk of fines after having their number plates cloned [FINE] Drivers warned as millions set to avoid MOT test despite fines [INSIGHT]  Chemical de-icers might ‘not the best thing’ for car paintwork. (Image: Getty) Top 10 most dangerous places to drive in the UK. (Image: EXPRESS)Experts at Confused.com warned that drivers could be issued a £60 fine and three points for breaking the rules.Alec Kindred, car insurance expert at Confused.com, said: ‘Now that it’s getting colder again, remembering to leave enough time to de-ice your car before setting off is a must.”Not only do we need to take extra care on slippery roads to stay safe, drivers need to be aware that driving with limited vision, caused by ice or condensation on your windscreen, could land you with a £60 fine and three points on your licence.’