Your Car's Dirtiest and Most Unhygienic Surfaces
Your car may seem clean to you, but underneath the shine, there is a huge germ party happening that you weren’t invited to. There are bacteria everywhere, from your sneaky cup holders to the steering wheel that gets more action than your gym membership. The next filthy surfaces might have you looking for disinfectant before your next ride.
Steering Wheel
You touch your steering wheel all the time. Studies show it’s dirtier than a public toilet seat. It’s the germ central of your ride, so wipe it down before it becomes a science experiment on wheels.
Gear Shift
It may not seem dirty, but your gear shift is a bacteria hotspot. Between coffee runs and post-gym drives, your hand is putting all sorts of yuck onto this often overlooked area. Cleaning it takes seconds, and saves you from the risk of spreading germs every time you shift.
Cup Holders
The land of forgotten spills and sticky residue. Cup holders trap coffee drips, soda gunk, and crumbs galore. They’re often overlooked during cleaning, making them a bacteria paradise.
Seat Belts
You put seat belts on all the time, but when was the last time you cleaned your seat belt? There is a significant build-up of sweat, oils, and food smears, transforming those straps into dirty ones. A little fabric-safe cleaner goes a long way to making your seatbelts hygienic heroes.
Dashboard
Dust, sneezes, and sunlight make your dashboard a collector of germs. It’s in your line of sight, but often neglected during cleanups. A microfiber cloth and a quick wipe down will make the whole car feel fresher.
Touchscreen/Infotainment System
While your infotainment display might be stylish, it's a fingerprint-covered germ zone, too. Between tapping on maps and skipping songs, you're transferring bacteria nonstop. Use an electronics safe cleaner regularly before your device becomes a petri dish.
Door Handles (Inside & Out)
You touch them getting in and out, usually without giving them a second thought. Door handles are a public touch point, making them a germ hot zone. Rain, dirt, and oils from our skin only add to the combination of grime. Clean them regularly to stop bringing the outside and its germs into your car.
Seats (Especially Fabric)
Fabric seats absorb everything: sweat, spills from food, pet hair, and so much more. And unlike leather, they can’t be wiped clean easily. After a while, they will harbor smells and bacteria. Vacuum regularly and use upholstery cleaner to keep your seats from becoming biohazards in disguise.
Floor Mats
These take muddy shoes, fast food wrappers, and forgotten gum. Floor mats are ground zero for dirt and bacteria, especially in rainy or dusty areas. Shake them out, vacuum, and deep clean them every now and then.
Air Vents
Air vents collect dust, pollen, and some kinds of mold and blast them into your face. Vent brushes or compressed air can clean out the gunk and make your cabin air less hazardous.
Trunk/Boot Liner
Your trunk carries everything from groceries to gym bags, and will sometimes carry muddy tools or plants. But how often are you cleaning it? Old dirt and spilled liquids mean you have a hidden germ zone. A vacuum and quick wipe down can keep things cleaner and smelling better.
