Reddit mentions: The best automotive windshield snow covers

I suggest you buy good quality winter gear over lots of winter gear.

my top favorites are my:

• Insulated LL Bean Boots and Patagonia Fleeces and Jackets. Eddie Bauer is another decent brand I have a few pieces such as vests and flannels from there.
  
  For staying warm at home / keeping the heating bill low I love:
  
  
• wool slippers, Eddie Bauer throws for the couch, flannel sheets for the bed
  
  for snow activities:
  
  
• I have a Roxy brand snow pants and jacket set, Carhartt coveralls, and I ice boat so I have a pair of ice cleats for my snow boots
  
  for hats, mittens, and gloves:
  
  
• I went to a local llama farm and bought some llama wool knitted stuff - make sure they are insulated beyond just being knit
  
  Those brands (LL Bean, Patagonia, Eddie Bauer) are well worth their price tag for longevity of the articles and their effectiveness (and with Black Friday coming up you can get excellent deals). For example, I have had my Bean boots just shy of 10 years before I finally pulled the trigger and bought some new ones. **also I suggest you look around local thrift stores for quality gently used products**
  
  for your car:
  
  a windshield cover, a decent ice scraper, and my personal favorite a snobrum. If you are unfamiliar with driving in snow an emergency car shovel like this would not be a bad idea either.

I was looking on amazon and apparently windshield covers are a thing, usually to prevent ice buildup but it looks like they cover that crevice. I think that looks like the perfect solution ya?

This is one of the better car-cessories I've gotten recently. Only truly useful if you are in a Northern climate, but I sure do appreciate.

<10$ : [This] (http://www.amazon.com/Dove-Care-Clean-Ounce-Count/dp/B002TSA90W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1394593008&sr=8-2&keywords=dove+men), I've fallen in love with Dove soap, and I've just run out of the body wash. Need some smooth skin after this snow storm that's coming in

Yes! I putting together shopping carts now but waiting for possible Black Friday deals. I've been told thin layers (preferably not soley cotton), a long mid-range quality parka, headwear, wool items where you can, mittens, gloves, and nice quality snow boots. Sounds like a snowblower is a must and I've seen windshield covers that allow for quick removal of snow. Any value in them?ALTITACO Car Windshield Snow Cover, Frost Guard Protector, Magnetic Windshield Snow Frost Ice Cover Sunshade Snow Covers with Elastic Hooks Fits Most Car, SUV, Truck, Van or Automobile with 83"x49.2" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W4LF4VZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sMg0DbYKYPATB

It's actually real easy. When I built the bed I purchased [these] (http://www.amazon.com/ShadeSox-Universal-Shade-Protects-Included/dp/B00YI3IGA6?ie=UTF8&keywords=car%20window%20shade&qid=1458941483&ref_=sr_1_5&sr=8-5) off of Amazon. They provide some privacy, keep the sun out, and most importantly, allow us to let breeze through the windows while keeping bugs out.
Additionally, I purchased [this] (http://www.amazon.com/OxGord%C2%AE-Frost-Guard-Windshield-Cover/dp/B01AOHYT50?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00) to black out the front. Both items have been perfect for camping so far!

I'm using these in XL 49"X 21". They work great. They go on both sides of the the window so you can roll it down to about 3/4 of the way down. Super simple and cheap and store small. Impossible to blowoff too since they are shut in the door. Sadly, XL doesn't seem available anymore. XL fits out 2014 Sienna perfect.

Car Side Window Sun Shade Sunshades for Baby Universal Fit 4 Package Away from Sun, Harmful UV Rays,Fits 99% Cars, Trucks and SUVs (2 Front+ 2 Rear)

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B074WPPRGV/

I highly recommend buying something like: http://www.amazon.com/JH-Smith-Car-Snow-Cover/dp/B004ETGQKG

It saved me a TON of time and it was easy to take on and off (especially versus a full car cover).

Here ya go. I've had these recommended before. They slip over the windows like a sock and apparently work pretty well. They are in my amazon cart at the moment.

I would not expect them to be great in the summer. Just not designed for that purpose.

What I have is [Hopkins Heavy-Duty ArcticGuard Snow and Ice Windshield Cover] (https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-17529-SubZero-ArcticGuard-Windshield/dp/B00F5VX3U8). It was cheap enough to try and it was worth 10 bucks to not have to scrape my windshield as much in the winter. You can see the side mirror covers, which also help keep it in place. It takes a couple tries to install it the first time, but after you know how it works, you're in good shape.

Good luck with that. I do believe that there are "windshield blankets" that allow you to simply lift off any ice and snow that have accumulated along with the blanket itself, but otherwise, short of parking in a garage, or at the very least under a shelter, you are probably out of luck.

My dad bought me something similar to this for Christmas a few years ago - it works very well if you remember to put it on. If you do have to park outside it's very nice to just take off the cover and not have to scrape or clear snow, now you just have to figure out where to store it! https://www.amazon.com/Ice-King-Universal-Magnetic-Windshield/dp/B01BE5Q4FY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506434885&sr=8-3&keywords=windshield+cover

It also fucks with the springs that hold your wipers to the windshield causing less tension on the blades. This in turn causes wipers that will jump over snow and ice and will leave streaks in the rain.

Plastic bags are better and if you want to make it super easy, get something like this: https://www.amazon.ca/Windshield-Snow-Cover-Protector-Car-Van-SUV/dp/B019T9KEOE

Pick up one of these. Put it on over night and it helps keep the larger ice and snow off your windshield. Depending on the car you usually need about 10 mins of idle to get it warm enough to melt the snow. Engines warm up faster when you drive them so once you can see out of the windows clearly start driving and you'll get heat faster.

This is what I use, and it saves me from having to scrape my windshield or from having to clean off my mirrors. I love it: Windshield Cover on Amazon

I don't POV, but I have a cover that works great for that purpose. Just lays over the windshield with elastic straps over the side mirrors. It's similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OZ42J4C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pHniyb6QBRFDH

Different approach, but a windshield cover like this may work well for you.

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I used this product last winter with good results: http://www.amazon.com/J-H-Smith-Company-Snow-Cover/dp/B004ETGQKG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382367539&sr=8-1&keywords=Car+Snow+Cover

Moisture won't get between the cardboard and glass. It'll all hit the outside of the cardboard. They actually manufacture windshield covers that you can just pull off in the morning and have an absolutely clear windshield.

These help amazingly with the windshield. Gf got me one years ago and I cant remember the last time I chipped ice off the windshield.

I'm considering next year buying a "windshield blanket" like someone in my complex has.

https://www.amazon.com/SnowOFF-Car-Windshield-Snow-Cover/dp/B00RKR7QFS

Fuck scraping.... Get this.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z49P4DJ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_Lr4YDbRZJZ9K6

Also, have a mechanic test your coolant to ensure you have the right antifreeze.

Welcome!

haha ditto - Electricity is $.12/kWh (in my area) and I run mine for 4 hours so it costs $.48 per night.

I also got a Windshield cover that hooks around your mirrors (elastic straps) so I don't have to scrape my windshield in the morning. Ill link to one available on Amazon, its not the exact model as I got mine from Costco with the mirror covers as well (never use em) but not everyone has a Costco or is a member. As such I cant vouch for durability of the below just that it is of similar design.

https://www.amazon.com/OxGord-Windshield-Removal-Protector-Scraping/dp/B01AOHYT50/

Many products popping up that use this same concept. Some of the better ones use magnets to stay in place. This one doesn't but it's $5

https://www.amazon.ca/17529-Subzero-Heavy-Duty-ArcticGuard-Windshield/dp/B00F5VX3U8?th=1&psc=1&source=googleshopping&locale=en-CA&tag=googcana-20&ref=pd_sl_4doog8k2vq_e

Invest in a remote starter.
Use a spray de-icer.
Cover your windows with a sheet or window cover when not driving.

Or just buy a windshield cover.
http://www.amazon.com/Auto-Expressions-5048114-Warrior-Windshield/dp/B000BYRHIS

They should make windshield tarps for this. Though after saying that you know someone has.

Edit. Like this

For anyone who relates unironically to this post

[Frostblocker] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OZ42J4C/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1453541192&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=Frostblocker&dpPl=1&dpID=41gpeJW161L&ref=plSrch)

I just bought one of these: https://www.amazon.com/iceScreen-Magnetic-Windshield-Frost-Standard/dp/B00PKK3KZW/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1510938777&sr=1-4&keywords=ice+shield+for+windshield&dpID=51V1KE1jvDL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Ice screen cover: https://www.amazon.com/iceScreen-Magnetic-Windshield-Frost-Standard/dp/B00PKK3KZW

They also make mirror covers

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B017AKM1PY/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_263_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=60YN3KH81FE9D845WE9X&dpPl=1&dpID=51PbSvsndGL

It uses your car windows to hold it in place.

https://www.amazon.com/REEGE-Anti-theft-Windshield-Protection-Protective/dp/B01F95QU90/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1466705357&sr=1-2&keywords=exterior+sun+shade

https://www.amazon.com/Gethercovered-Windshield-Covers-Sunshade-Cover/dp/B00IEDON94/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VG7Q75I?psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Factory-Car-Windshield-Snow-Protector/dp/B017AKM1PY/ref=pd_sbs_263_10?ie=UTF8&dpID=51PbSvsndGL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=A5ND3ZW5ZNXCRZ56FS31

get one of these https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01AOHYT50/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1

I think I found it!

> scraping ice

ew no.

Why do people not just use windshield covers? http://www.amazon.com/Delk-FrostGuard-Winter-Windshield-Cover/dp/B00OZ42J4C

I'm also going to make my own door/window covers out of bubble wrap. It will have tabs that you can just shut in the doors and it will keep the doors and windows from freezing.