Brilliant Hidden Car Features That Most People Don’t Know About

If you’re a car owner, then you already know that cars can be rather complicated and come with all sorts of problems. Quite often, solutions to these problems don’t come cheap. However, the good news is that there are a lot of car-related problems that can be solved without breaking the bank – all you need are a few common household items and some ingenuity.

One of the most common complaints about keyless entry systems is that the key fob’s range doesn’t extend far enough. Surprisingly, the secret to resolving this issue lies within your mind. You can unlock your car from a greater distance by holding the remote close to your head while pressing the “Unlock” button.

Checking your car’s tires regularly is a must. They tend to wear down over time, and it’s important for you to know when they need to be replaced. To determine whether or not it’s time for you to get a new set of tires, consider doing a penny test.

It’s normal for cars to get dents and scratches every once in a while. If you were involved in a fender bender and need a quick way to get rid of the dent in your car, all you need to do is to get some boiling water and a plunger.

If you live in an area where winters can get quite harsh, then you’ll know the struggle of keeping your car clear of snow and ice in the morning. When temperatures are low, your car’s door locks can get frozen. This can be incredibly frustrating especially if you’re in a rush.

Your car’s headlights get foggy over time due to the built-up dirt, grime, and oxidation. Foggy headlights can affect the quality of your lights at night and may lead to accidents. For a much safer drive, consider this simple trick.

If you’ve ever driven a car that you’re unfamiliar with, then you’ve probably experienced the embarrassment of pulling up to the wrong side of the gas pump, then getting back into your car to move it. 

Most new cars these days have a keyless entry system, allowing car owners to enter their cars without using a key. But what happens when it stops working? Thankfully, most cars with a keyless entry system still have a manual lock in case of an emergency.

Some people go over the speed limit thinking that they’ll reach their destination faster. However, doing this can cause more harm than good because you are wearing down your brakes when you need to slow down or stop at a stoplight or from traffic.

Have you ever entered your car only to realize that there’s trash everywhere? If you want to make the inside of your car less of a garbage dump, consider this simple solution.

Cars get smelly every once in a while. With dogs, kids, and other people getting in and out of your car all the time, the smell will become unbearable if you don’t take proper action. Fortunately, this simple trick will help make your car smell fresher without breaking the bank.

There is nothing worse than aimlessly wandering around a parking lot, wondering why there are suddenly a dozen other cars that look exactly like yours and why your car is suddenly nowhere to be found. We’ve all been there, and we know how incredibly frustrating it can be.

If you live in colder climates, you’ve probably experienced having your windshield wipers freeze during the winter. Not only will this make driving during snowy days difficult, but it can also cause damage and cost you money in the long run.

Driving with a foggy windshield is not only impossible but also extremely dangerous. While it’s perfectly normal for your windshield to fog up once in a while, there is a way to get rid of condensation quickly for a much safer drive.

It’s nearly impossible to open a keyring to add new keys or tags without hurting your fingers or your fingernails. However, the good news is that there’s an easy way to open keyrings without hurting yourself in the process.

Some people love putting bumper stickers on their cars but often fail to remember how tricky they are to remove. Stickers leave sticky residue on the car’s surface and can even ruin the paint if removed incorrectly, so it’s better to avoid putting them on your car in the first place.

While most people will only get to see your car’s exterior, it’s also a good thing to keep the interior just as spotless. However, there’s no need to spend so much money on expensive cleaning supplies when a simple household item will do the trick.

Getting into a hot car on a warm summer day can be rather unpleasant. Some people believe that rolling down all windows will help cool things down quickly, but this doesn’t help at all.

The sun visor in your car is good for more than just blocking the sun from your eyes while you drive. But not many people know it can also be used to help defrost your windshield.

While cup holders are one of the most useful features in any car, they tend to get messy quite easily. Instead of dragging a vacuum cleaner out to your car every single week, you can use cupcake liners to catch the crumbs and debris.

Many cars these days come with heated seats, which helps a car’s occupants stay nice and warm on cold winter days. However, did you know that heated seats can be used for other purposes too?

Have you ever pulled up to your driveway only to realize that the remote control to open your garage door is nowhere to be found? It can be quite frustrating, especially if all you want to do is get some rest after a long day at work.

No matter how careful you are, your car will likely get scratched at some point. If you’re the type of person who can’t stand the sight of even tiny scratches on your car, here’s how you can cover them up.

While most people don’t usually crash into the interior back wall of their garage with their car, this does happen sometimes. This can lead to damage to both your car and your house that could cost you a fortune to fix.

Pool noodles aren’t just pool toys – they are useful for so many other things as well. For one, they can be used to prevent your car door from hitting the garage wall so it won’t get damaged each time you open your door.

There are many things that make driving during the winter dangerous, including icy windshields. When you are running late for work, you probably don’t have time to wait for your car to warm up so that the ice will melt.

While slime is marketed as something for children to play with, it has a variety of other uses as well. Car owners, for instance, can use slime to clean the hard-to-reach areas of a car’s interior. Who says cleaning your car can’t be fun?

While GPS and our cellphones have certainly made navigating easier, if you’re ever traveling somewhere new and are getting confused by the roads or find yourself lost, it’s time to learn these highway naming hacks! For all those planning a cross-country trip, did you know that US interstates with 2-digits indicate ones that travel across the entire country?

If you’d rather not run the heat in your car or if there isn’t any vinegar in your kitchen, you can use the sun to your advantage instead. When it’s freezing outside, park your car facing the east at night so that the ice on your windshield will melt by the time you get to your car the next day.

Going to the gas station to fuel up is probably everyone’s least favorite chore. Most people would rather get this task over with quickly so they can move on to more exciting activities.

For your safety, you shouldn’t be looking at your phone while driving. However, there may be instances where you need to look at it for directions. Many people have car phone holders for their phones, but you can also improvise if you don’t have one readily available.

Cup holders come standard in almost all cars, though some cars may not have enough to hold all your drinks. Some cup holders, meanwhile, may not be deep enough to hold your 32oz drink properly.

Olive oil isn’t just for cooking – it can be used for other purposes as well. You can use it to keep your skin and hair soft and smooth, and you can use it to make your car’s interior look shiny and new.

Traveling on new highways can get confusing. Lanes get added, other merge, and some seemingly out of nowhere turn into “Exit Only” lanes. While there are typically signs posted to indicate when lanes end or become an exit ramp, if you miss those signs or your view of those signs are blocked by trucks ahead of you, try looking down at the pavement markings!

Most car owners remember to check and change their car’s oil, and to keep the interior and exterior clean. However, many car owners tend to overlook this one crucial task that helps keep all the car’s occupants safe.

This hack is highly recommended for all the clumsy or messy car owners out there. While it’s certainly a good idea to have paper towels in your car at all times, many people choose not to as these rolls can take up too much space.

Like we said earlier, getting into a hot car on a warm summer day can be quite unpleasant. When your car has been sitting under the sun for hours, everything feels hot to the touch and it can make you feel like you’re in the fiery depths of hell.

Car air fresheners that don’t lose their scent after a few days are quite expensive, so why not make your own instead? Though this DIY trick will use up one of your available cup holders, it will keep your car smelling nice and fresh for a long time.

There may be instances when your trunk space just isn’t enough for all your groceries, and so you have to place the rest in the back seat. But what if the back seat is full? Worry not, as we have a simple solution for you.

We’ve all been in a situation where we accidentally drop something between the seats and our hands are too big to reach it. Car companies should find a way to seal the gap, but since it’s there, here’s how to keep your things from falling.

When you drive a tiny car, finding space to put all your belongings can be a pain in the neck. Between all the items that you keep in your car at all times and going on shopping trips, there never seems to be enough space in your car to fit everything comfortably.

When you keep so many small items in your car, things can get messy pretty easily. However, there is a much better way to keep all your belongings organized instead of simply tossing them into the backseat or the glove box.

Now that we’ve covered ways to keep the inside of your car organized, it’s time to move on to the trunk! When you’re in a rush, it’s easy for you to just aimlessly toss your things into the trunk. However, there is a simple way to keep your trunk just as organized as the inside of your car.

Driving on icy roads during the winter can be quite dangerous. When there isn’t enough traction between your tires and the slippery roads, the odds of an accident happening increases. Fortunately, there is a simple way to make driving during the winter safer.

Shower caddies are great for storing your toiletries, but did you know that you can use them in your car as well? Shower caddies can be bought for cheap at dollar stores and come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes.

Planning a road trip with your kids? Don’t forget to bring some snacks to help them get through the long drive! Keep their little bellies happy with yummy treats like dried fruit, mixed nuts, cereal, mini crackers, and popcorn. 

If you’re looking for other ways to remove snow from your windshield, look no further than your kitchen. Whether you’re using a wooden spoon, a spatula, or a mesh skimmer, these kitchen tools will surely come in handy if you find your car covered in a thick layer of snow.

If you’re like most people, you probably keep some spare change in your car. You’d most likely need them to feed parking meters or pay a toll, so it’s always a good idea to have some on hand.

Kids are inquisitive by nature, but their inquisitiveness can sometimes put your patience to the test, especially when you’re in the car with them for hours on end. Most parents of young kids have probably been asked the infamous “Are we there yet?” question many times before.

This clever hack has been tried and tested by car owners the world over. If your car doesn’t have enough cup holders to store all your drinks, you can try this yourself!

Many car owners will surely know that there’s a particular time of day when the sun comes in through the car’s windows at a certain angle so that your car’s sun visors don’t swing far enough to block out the sun.

Vaseline isn’t just for chapped lips or dry skin – it’s great for getting rid of small scratches and marks on your car’s dashboard and gives it a polished, conditioned look. Get a huge tub for cheap at any supermarket and keep it handy for when you might need it!

You don’t have to give up on eating healthy just because you’re always on the go! Use a fabric basket to store healthy snacks like dried fruits, nuts, sunflower seeds, and more. Keep it somewhere that’s easy to reach so that you and your passengers can easily grab something to eat.

One clever way to keep your car litter-free during long drives is to place a command hook in your car which you can then use to hang a paper bag from. Use the paper bag to store your trash so as not to make a huge mess.

This isn’t so much of a car hack as it is a tip to keep yourself safe, especially when you are traveling alone. It has been suggested that if, when returning to your car, you find something strange or something lodged in a weird place on your car it could mean that someone wants to distract you. 

Getting stuck in a snowy, slushy, or icy mess can be a harrowing experience. Many motorists know they can use salt-melt to provide traction should they become stuck. But did you know you could also use kitty litter?

Have you ever had an oil leak? It always seems to happen in the worst of places. This hack is here to help you in cleaning up that ugly mess. Like mentioned above kitty litter can be pretty useful when it comes to your car. This helpful hack is more for the outside of your car, but we think it is worth bringing up. 

This snackle box is  great for all kinds of things. Road trips, picnics, park days, even a long day of running errands and giving the kids something to look forward to after each stop. It’s completely customizable, down to the size of compartments you use. You can order a specific box meant for this purpose or if trying to save, can head on over to a shopping center and find a tackle box for relatively next to nothing. 

This DIY tissue box allows you to utilize your extra cup holders and have tissues just within your reach. For this hack all you need is a reusable travel sized coffee cup and a box of tissues. 

A simple way to keep your car clean is to cut scraps of old carpet to fit on your floor as mats. When your DIY carpet scraps inevitably get all soggy with mushy winter snow or grit filled with summer sand, you could either give them a quick wash or toss them out and make more! 

Keeping a roadside emergency kit in your car is just a smart move to make. Even if you typically only travel across town for work, you never know when weather or an unforeseen emergency will leave you stranded on the roadway! It’s very easy to put together a DIY car emergency kit.

Unpleasant and always unwelcome, accidents are appropriately named because you never see them coming and they happen when you least expect them. Having a reliable dash cam can really get you out of some sticky situations, especially if the accident was not your fault. 

There is nothing worse than getting out of your warm cozy bed to be met with a snow covered car. Not only is it not fun to scrape your car free from snow, it also can be very time consuming. Not in the mood to brush snow or scrape ice off your windshield? 

Did you know these disposable cup holders are actually made for this purpose? Don’t feel too bad because not many of us did! We’ve all been there, you’ve ordered a bunch of drinks at the drive-thru and you are being handed more drinks than you have cup holders for.

Traveling a long distance and find yourself a little more tired than you thought? Sure, you can pull over and jam yourself in the back seat and wake up with a sore back and cramped legs, or you can invest in an inflatable car bed. 

Believe it or not, not everyone realizes that their car comes with an additional spare tire. That’s right! A “bonus” tire if you will. Well, in most vehicles that you buy today, the spare tire in the trunk of the vehicle isn’t actually a spare, it’s just a temporary tire, more widely known as a donut. 

When you are driving on the temporary spare tire, you need to remember to take a few things into account. You need to keep your speed down. It’s not a full-blown tire, and it is not meant to be driven as one. You will want to keep your speed to just about 50 MPH- preferably below. 

Every driver knows there’s that weird time of day when the sun shines in through the windshield at just the right angle so that car visors can’t swing or tilt far enough to block the blinding rays. Not ready (or possibly illegal depending what state you live in) to commit to a full-blown window tint? 

Now where did you park that car? Seriously, it seems to happen at the worst times, like when you are exhausted from a full blown day of amusement parks, or just got done with a breathtaking hike. It’s the moment you start to look forward to. The “ahh take a load off” moment before you’re brought back to reality and have to drive to your next destination.