Most drivers get into their car and, upon noticing a foggy rear window, hit the defroster button, waiting for the horizontal lines in the glass to work their magic. It seems very low-tech, yet the ...

Up until the 1970s, some cars still didn't have rear window defrosters. To compensate, many drivers used this interesting gadget. Here's how it works.

So, during this week's test of the $36,000 2026 VW GTI S (in a lovely Slate Blue with retro-style plaid fabric upholstery), we didn't expect too much trouble locating important controls when a chilly ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Drivers know the procedure after getting into the car in the winter; you start the engine, turn on the defroster, and wait for the windows to ...