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People are constantly creating new products we never knew we needed, but always wish we had, especially in our car. Check out these 5 products you’ll want to buy right away for any vehicle you may own! Dip Clip This product has had a viral following for a while now which makes sense because it solves a big issue, holding sauce cups while driving. Now you no longer have to hold them thanks to this simple little items that will clip into the air vent and hold your sauce. Portable Car Vacuum Did you know they make vacuums that plug into your car? If you have kids, pets, or eat in your car often, this could be a lifesaver. It’s a quick and easy solution to cleaning up crumbs, pet hair, sand, or the snacks you accidentally dumped on the way to work. Now just plug it in, suck them up, and it’s clean again! Seat gap organizer I know there’s been a time where you’ve dropped something in between your seat and console. Then it probably took you a long time to get it out or maybe you just left it there, so frustrating. Now you’ll never drop anything in between your seats again with these seat gap organizers. They also allow you to store a few more items too, aside from what will fit in your cup holders. Car Escape Tool A car escape tool is a product hopefully you’ll never need, but could be a true life saver. This is a universal tool everyone should have in their car in case of high water, even drawing, or a car wreck. It can both cut your seat belt and break your glass window all in one little tool. Seat hooks These hooks are perfect for lifting things off the floor in your car, so there’s more leg room and more organization. They’re durable, come in multiple colors and styles, and they’re a universal fit so you can transfer them to other cars too. They also work great to hold grocery bags off the floor or allow more space!

Did you know it’s recommended to get your car detailed at least twice a year? And to wash your car 1-2 times a month? All of this depends on your car type and wear, but this is the average recommendation. The best way to detail your car is to have it done professionally, but we know that’s not always possible so here are 7 tips to detailing your car. 1. Do wash the car before you detail It’s best to get all those bugs, bird poop, dust, and pollen off your car before you detail it. If not your products won’t work like they’re supposed to. 2. Do use good quality products Pay the money for the good products if you’re going to detail your car yourself. You want to care for your car, so don’t choose cheap products that might damage the car. 3. Do wax your car when you’re finished This is an easy step to want to skip, but the wax seals all the hard work you put into detailing. It will help protect your car longer as well! 4. Do protect your own body Most car detailing products can be harsh on your skin and sometimes clothes, so be sure to wear the protection you need for your body. 5. Don't allow your car to air-dry Air drying leaves so many spots on your car and defeats the purpose of detailing. This can also mean you left residue on your car, so be sure to go over the whole car with a high-quality drying towel. 6. Don't use household products Using products that aren’t meant for your car can damage the paint job so skip the dish soap. 7. Don't use a sponge or bristle brush Instead, use high-quality microfiber cleaning cloths and mitts. You won’t have to worry about them scratching the car or not cleaning well. 8. Don't forget the inside Your inside needs detailed too! Hydrate your leather, clean your cloth seats and floor, then detail the rest.

Winter is here, but is your car ready? Prepping your car for winter is a great way to help your car live its full life span. Here are 7 simple tips to prepare your car for winter. Wash it We all know this is something we should do more often, but doesn’t always get done. It’s important to get it done before the winter because build up on your car from salt and snow will happen in several states. Washing your car before winter can really help your car's exterior. Check your tires and breaks Make sure your tires have tread and your breaks function properly so if the roads are icy your car can function as it should. Some would even recommend having winter tires put on your car, but this isn’t always necessary in all parts of the USA. Get your oil changed Your car needs lots of juice to function well in cold weather, so an oil change is a must. Make sure your oil is up to date and check your manual to see if your car needs a lighter oil to run better in the winter. Check the battery and tire pressure When you’re getting your oil changed be sure to ask them to test the battery and check your tires. Being stranded in the cold because of an old battery or flat tire  is a nightmare, so get it checked before the cold hits. Fill fluids This is another simple thing to have done when you have your oil changed. Just ask them to top them off, especially your wiper fluid. Replace the wiper blades Most people don’t realize you should change your wipers based on the weather, so check out https://www.monkenauto.com/blogs/4263/best-wiper-blades-for-your-vehicle for details. This can help if you’re driving in winter weather! Prepare an emergency kit This might sound silly, but you can’t prepare for every situation to keep your car from having issues, so it’s smart to have a car emergency kit. Put all you could need in a bag and toss it in the trunk with a blanket.