Car cleaning is something many of us seem to neglect. Today, it seems people practically live out of their cars, and have a clean car is almost impossible. You want to clean your car, but somehow life always seems to get in the way. You seem to always promise yourself that you will get it done next weekend, but as we all know it turns into a month or two… sometimes longer. As you will see, this can become a deadly habit!

Before you can get your car more organized, you will need to get in there and do the dirty work first. This means taking everything out of the car; remove all of the items from the glove box, console, under the seats (yes even that old candy bar from 6 mo ago) and the trunk. Then be sure to give your car a well needed vacuuming and wipe it down with car cleaning products such as Armour All.

Now go back to your items and sort through them. Discard the obvious trash and only put the items back in the car that are necessary. You will want to keep such necessary items as the car manual, a flashlight, and maps in the glove compartment. Other essential items such as a jack, jumper cables and a first aid kit should be stored in the trunk.

We all love our change and music, so I suggest buying something to organize both in your car. Also, you don’t need to have 25 CDs in your car at any one time. Stick with a half dozen or so and switch up when you get bored.

Be sure that there are never any loose items lying around in your car. When all items are put back in, you will want to ensure they are secured as well as possible. Loose items in your car can become dangerous projectiles in the even of a crash and can be very lethal.

The key to keeping your car clean is diligence. Always remove garbage from the car when you exit it and be sure your passengers do as well. Make it a rule for both you and family members. Be sure to emphasize how a clean car is a safe car, and make it a habit forming exercise for everyone.

Filed under: Car detailing

Like this post? Subscribe to my RSS feed and get loads more!