8 Simple Ways to Eliminate Bacteria in Your Car
Cars are enclosed spaces that easily accumulate bacteria, mold, and dirt. To ensure the environment in your car is always clean and safe, apply the following 8 tips.
Regular interior cleaning
The car interior is in direct contact with the body, easily accumulating dust and bacteria. Therefore, you should clean it periodically by:
Vacuum all seats, floor mats, and crevices between seats.
Wipe interior surfaces with a specialized disinfectant solution.
Wash carpets and upholstery regularly to remove sweat and dirt.
Use air purifier
Car air purifiers help remove fine dust, bacteria and unpleasant odors. Choose a type with a HEPA filter to increase air cleaning efficiency.
Disinfection with UV or ozone
UV rays and ozone have strong antibacterial properties, helping to quickly disinfect the car compartment. Many professional car cleaning services use this technology to effectively kill bacteria and viruses.
Use natural disinfectants
If you don’t want to use strong chemicals, you can use a solution of white vinegar, 70-degree alcohol or diluted tea tree oil to clean the car’s interior surface. These solutions help fight bacteria naturally without harming your health.
Replace air conditioner filter periodically
Air conditioning filters accumulate a lot of dirt and bacteria over time. Changing the air filter according to the manufacturer's recommendations (usually every 10,000 - 15,000 km) will help keep the air in your car fresh.
Limit eating and drinking in the car
Spilled food and drinks on the car floor are ideal environments for bacteria to grow. If you need to eat or drink in the car, clean up immediately after use to avoid bacteria from growing.
Open the car door often
Keeping the car doors closed for long periods of time causes stagnant air, creating conditions for bacteria to grow. Open the car doors or roll down the windows for a few minutes every day to improve air circulation.
Use antibacterial essential oils
Essential oils such as lemongrass, peppermint, and tea tree have antibacterial properties and are effective in eliminating odors. Add a few drops of essential oil to a diffuser or cotton ball to keep the space in your car smelling fresh.
