{"id":22428,"date":"2015-12-07T06:16:48","date_gmt":"2015-12-07T11:16:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.njstateauto.com\/how-to\/how-to-clean-your-car-without-washing-it\/"},"modified":"2026-02-25T09:48:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T14:48:06","slug":"how-to-clean-your-car-without-washing-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.njstateauto.com\/blog\/how-to-clean-your-car-without-washing-it\/","title":{"rendered":"How to clean your car without washing it"},"content":{"rendered":"

There’s nothing better than driving around in a freshly washed and detailed car. Unfortunately, sometimes Mother Nature doesn’t care that you just spent your time and hard-earned cash giving your car a bath. Instead, she throws mud in your path or even introduces a bird to your windshield. Regardless of the fight you put up with the environment over having a clean car, it’s just not practical to give your ride a thorough wash multiple times in the month. For those who still want a shiny, clean car no matter what the circumstances may be, there are plenty of other water-free options.<\/p>\n

Here are a few ways to clean your car without washing it.<\/p>\n

Clean your windshield<\/strong>
\nCleaning your windshield alone can make such a huge difference, especially if it’s visibly hazy. Not only is keeping your windshield clear a huge safety factor, but it also makes your car sparkle, which allows\u00a0you to\u00a0feel a lot better about its appearance. Taking your car to the gas station to clean your windows is extremely easy, but you can make it even simpler on yourself by keeping glass cleaner in your car. Also, leave a roll of paper towels or a microfiber towel in the trunk for convenience. Edmunds suggested investing in a squeegee<\/a> for cleaning purposes as well as removing dew from your windshield in the morning.<\/p>\n

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Use a car-cleansing product<\/strong>
\nIf your car’s looking spotty but it’s not worth giving it a thorough wash, consider trying a car surface cleaner. Bankrate said using a waterless car-wash product<\/a> is a great way to get your car spotless with minimal time and effort. Liberally spray the cleaner all over your car and use a microfiber towel to wipe away the grime and dirt. Start at the top so the dirt works its way down and falls off the car. Once you have finished the cleanse, wipe the car with a dry towel to get rid of any leftover moisture. Your car will sparkle and shine, casting the illusion that you just came from the car wash.<\/p>\n

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“Shake up the floor mats for a quick and easy improvement.”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Clean up your floor mats<\/strong>
\nIt doesn’t matter what season it is\u00a0–\u00a0dirt, leaves, gravel and everything in between always seem to find a way onto the floors of your car. If you don’t have the time to vacuum out the interior of your vehicle, simply shake out the floor mats into the grass. This is an easy and effective way to make a huge difference in your floor’s appearance.<\/p>\n

Remove all of the trash<\/strong>
\nWhen it comes to keeping your car clean, the interior’s look makes an impression, too. Empty out the trash you may be hoarding in your car and leave a small bin or bag in the backseat for future use. This can help minimize how much garbage you leave in your car and can help make space for useful precious cargo. After you’ve de-cluttered the cabin of your car, Edmunds suggested buying a deodorizer to eliminate any odors left over from the trash. This will also help maximize the feeling of cleanliness.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for a high-quality used car to keep clean this season, check out NJ State Auto Auction<\/a>. There, you’ll find a lot full of Carfax-certified vehicles to choose from, giving you plenty of options for finding the perfect car for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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