Autoeco, a Romanian online auto‑parts retailer, cautions drivers not to leave windshield wipers raised during winter. The company explains that keeping the wiper arm in tension can weaken the pivot and reduce wiping effectiveness over time, while a stuck arm may be ripped by wind or cause the glass to crack. It also warns that a wiper left on while the engine is off can freeze to the glass, and when the vehicle is restarted the frozen mechanism can overload the motor and require costly repairs. Autoeco recommends keeping the wipers in the down position, using a de‑icer or the car’s heater to clear ice quickly, and avoiding the habit of raising the wipers during snowfall. The message is backed by a short Instagram video featuring the company’s spokesperson explaining the physics behind the problem and offering practical safety tips.

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