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The 'often-forgotten button' UK drivers must use this month to avoid hefty fines

Soon, motoring experts are reminding UK drivers to use a vehicle’s air-conditioning to demist windscreens, calling the 'snowflake' button an often-forgotten aid.
He said, 'During the colder months, it can often feel foolish to reach for the button with a big snowflake on,' but air-conditioning systems remove moisture and speed demisting.
Graham Conway, managing director at Select Car Leasing, recommends using a vehicle’s cooling system, saying 'Making sure your windows are free from ice, snow and mist is vital, and the car’s air con system can help you do that in a much speedier time than relying on heaters alone' .
Drivers risk enforcement if they set off with a misted windscreen, facing penalties of a £100 fine and three points or up to £5,000 fines and prison in severe cases.
Given high numbers of drivers caught and camera sophistication, compliance with demisting advice reduces legal and safety risks, as speed cameras record speed, time, and location.

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