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Car Maintenance Tips To Help Keep Your Vehicle In Perfect Condition

Squeegee

If you’re a pet owner, then this one is surely for you. We know how difficult it can be getting rid of your pet’s hair, and it can even be time-consuming and frustrating. Worry no more! Save yourself tons of time and money by simply purchasing a squeegee. Even we were surprised by it’s effectiveness. All you need to do is spray water on the seats, then simply use the squeegee over and over until all the hair is successfully scraped off of the seat.

Baby Wipes

We can guarantee that if you’re a parent, you will already be well aware of what this item is. If you haven’t heard of it however, it is simply an easy hack. All you need to do is buy some baby wipes, and keep them inside your car. They are not just useful for babies, they can rectify many bad situations. Whether that would be sweaty hands, nasty stains; they are perfect for any emergency. Trust us, give it a try.

Magic Eraser

For some reason unbeknownst to us, the Magic Eraser is severely underrated. We advise that you keep one nearby, it can really help you out of a pickle one day. Having been proven to be mightily effective against many issues, from stains to dirt, the magic eraser is something you need and should definitely keep inside your car. All you need to do is slightly wet the Magic Eraser, then slowly scrub on the dirt. Soon enough, your seats will look fresh as ever.

Loose Change

Who said that you only need one option regarding loose change! Here is another one for you. Simply procure a small container, perhaps an empty chewing gum container. Not only are they great for loose change, but they are also super handy for storing little bits and bobs that would otherwise get lost in your car.

Mayonnaise Is Not Just For The Kitchen

Perhaps by now you will have heard that mayonnaise has more uses than simply serving as a fine addition to your meal. A handy use for example, would be its awesome ability to remove any tar from your car. This also works for any sap that has attached itself to your car and won’t come off. Don’t fear, however, because mayonnaise is certainly strong enough to remove the tar. It also won’t damage the wax or paintjob of your car either. An effortless hack, you should certainly give this a try. All you need to do is add a tiny amount of mayonnaise to a cloth and proceed to rub it into the affected area. Leave on for give minutes and it will work its magic. To finish, wipe the area clean with a cloth and voila, the dirt is gone.

Remove Acidic Battery Juice

The idea of doing a thorough cleaning of your car might sound horrid, but if you use these hacks, it will become a chore that isn’t too difficult. A tip that is mostly suited for older cars, or those with wear and tear, is one to help when a car battery begins to release acidic liquid. If this is the case, it could break down other areas of your engine too, so you shouldn’t let this issue fester. All you need is a little Coca-Cola! Ensure the engine is off and cool, then loosen the terminals and disconnect the battery. Proceed to soaking the corroded areas in soda. It works magic.

Adjust Your Car Mirrors Properly

This is a hack that any driver, new or old, should certainly be using. We are all aware of the ‘blind spots’, an area of road that can’t be seen through your windscreen or your rear-view or side-view mirrors. Blind spots can be quite dangerous, easily blocking another car, motorbike, cyclist or pedestrian from your view. We have a hack for you that enables you to adjust your mirrors in a way that neutralizes any and all blind spots. The trick is simply to adjust your side mirrors to a point that you can’t view your own car. Therefore your view of the sides overlaps with the image in your rearview mirror. This will result in eliminating all blind spots from your point of view.

Check If You Need An Oil Change

Changing your oil may seem rather tasking, but it doesn’t need to be! Checking and changing your oil has never been easier thanks to this amazing hack. Firstly, start the car and allow it to warm up for around five minutes. Then turn off the ignition and pop the hood, remove a few drops of oil. These drops will serve as the sample. The next step is to get a clean cloth and some paper towel, then simply wipe the dipstick onto it. After around 2 hours, come back and look at the paper. If you notice that the oil has become darker at the center, you have dirty oil. If the center is smooth however, it means your oil is clean. Simple, no?

Hair Conditioner Will Make Your Car Look Shiny

Do you want your car to look brand-spanking new? This is now easily achievable by taking a short visit to your bathroom. Did you know that conditioner is perfect for smoothing and silkening the paint job of your car? It certainly seems to be beneficial to more than just your hair. Just don’t forget to dilute it with water prior to use.

Make A Garbage Can For The Backseat

If you drive around kids on a regular basis, you will surely know how messy the back seat of your car can get. You can easily prepare a garbage can and hang it behind the front seat. Not only is this a fantastic way of teaching your children how to dispose of their trash, but this ‘mini-basketball’ will also keep them occupied.

A Little Olive Oil Can Go A Long Way

Do you have a dashboard that looks old? Does it show signs of wear and tear? Don’t be concerned with this, it only requires a simple fix. All you need to do is look in your kitchen cupboard. Take some olive oil and polish the dashboard with it. Just by doing this, you will give it that brand new and shiny look once again.

Icy Windshield? Maybe This Could Help

It has never been easier to remove ice from your windshield. Simply prepare a de-icer of your own by mixing 70% isopropyl alcohol with one part water and a few drops of dish soap. This easy cocktail is then sprayed on an icy windshield with an ice scraper (or even windshield wipers) and will speedily loosen the ice, ensuring that it is easy to remove.

The Roadside Hero

Being in a car accident can be extremely traumatic. Just in the U.S. alone, almost 40,000 people are killed in car accidents annually. This is why every American needs a RoadSide Hero in their vehicle. Having a 9-in-1 Multi-Functional tool, it could potentially save your life one day. It can be used as a belt/rope cutter, a glass breaker, a hammer, compass, magnet mount, flashlight/strobe/emergency light, power bank and a solar panel! An ultimate device that should be in any vehicle, go and get one!

Make Sure To Check On Your Tire’s Pressure

The next time you enter a gas station, walk over to the “Air” machine, then examine the nozzle. One end will allow you to inflate your tires and the other is a pressure gauge. If you maintain your tire pressure, not only will you save money on gas, but you will improve the overall performance of your vehicle.

Another Way Of Cleaning The Air Vents

Did you want an alternative method for cleaning our your car’s air vents? Look no further. All you need to do for this one is pick up a foam brush at your local craft store, then use it to easily remove all that hard-to-reach gunk. This is quite useful if you don’t have any paintbrushes on hand, as it is considerably less expensive.

Make Your Leather Seats Shine With This

Do you want to make your leather seat shine, but just aren’t sure how to? Head back to that kitchen cabinet and extract that oil once again! All you need to do is polish in a circular motion with a microfiber cloth (using very small amounts). Do this once every two or three months, otherwise you may notice a sticky build up.

Use This To Remove The Ice On Your Car’s Door

If you were looking to unfreeze the locks on your car’s door, just use alcohol! Simply rub a key or door handle with a squirt of hand sanitizer and the alcohol inside the sanitizer will melt the ice rapidly, allowing you to enter your car.

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