I've never really felt the need for heated blades either, but I do wonder if they might be more useful for folks who regularly park their cars outside overnight in really harsh climates? I mean, scraping ice off your windshield at 6am in a snowstorm definitely isn't fun...haha.
But yeah, good washer fluid makes a huge difference. I used to just buy whatever was cheapest at the gas station until one winter morning when my windshield turned into a blurry mess halfway to work—lesson learned. Now I always go for the stuff rated to -30°C or lower, and it's honestly night and day.
Also, has anyone else noticed that some of those winter-specific blades seem to wear out faster than regular ones? Maybe it's just me or the brands I've tried, but it feels like after one tough season they're already streaking or squeaking. I'm curious if pricier "premium" blades actually last longer or if it's just clever marketing.
One more thing—does anyone carry a backup scraper or brush in their EV? I know some people don't bother since they can preheat remotely, but I've had my share of app glitches and surprise dead batteries. Nothing worse than being stuck with a frozen windshield and no way to clear it. Learned that one the hard way too...
I keep a backup scraper in mine for sure—apps glitch, tech fails, and honestly, relying solely on preheating feels risky. Has anyone tried those windshield covers overnight? Seems like they'd save a ton of hassle, but I'm skeptical if they're practical in heavy snow or wind...
