Four common mistakes you could be making when de-icing your car this winter

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LeaseVan.co.uk have compiled a list of what you shouldn't do when de-icing your car. Be careful as you could risk a £20 fine and penalty points if you leave your car running while you're not beside it.That's because you should never leave your car to defrost while the engine is idling.And it makes it an easy target for thieves too.We're all probably guilty of doing this one as it's the quickest thing to do in the mornings right?But if you use warm or hot water, it could cause the glass to crack.It can also break due to thermal shock when the temperatures change really suddenly.As the Highway Code states windows and windscreens must visible, this is definitely not okay.If you did this you could receive a £60 fine and three penalty points on.