Tip #4,303 For a car door that is frozen shut, pour cool water down the seam of the door to weaken the ice. Home & Garden car + winter + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,310 Purchase some inexpensive winter clothing at a thrift store to keep in your vehicle's trunk in case you become stranded in the cold. Home & Garden car + winter + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,919 Use some silicon lubricant to prevent vehicle door gaskets from freezing to the metal frame during cold weather. Home & Garden car + winterization + winter + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,375 Reduce the time needed for clearing your windshield of ice and snow by placing a large piece of cardboard over it overnight. Home & Garden car + winter + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,663 Add a few candles and matches in a waterproof container to your winter emergency kit in your vehicle. They provide both light and warmth. Home & Garden safety + car + winter + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,486 Use a chamois to clean the inside of car windows. It removes condensation on damp days and streaks on sunny days. Home & Garden safety + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,536 Remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers by rubbing the bumper with some crumpled aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,562 Use shampoo to clean greasy car parts. It is gentler than many detergents and is a good degreaser. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,863 If the paint on your vehicle gets chipped, apply some clear nail polish to help prevent rust. Home & Garden car + clever + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,930 If in a car accident, take some pictures of the scene and the weather conditions with your camera phone. If you do not own a camera phone, keep a disposable phone in your glove box. Home & Garden insurance + safety + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,654 Clean a car's windshield with club soda. Spray on then wipe dry. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,694 Most squeaky windshield wipers can be fixed by cleaning thoroughly with vinegar. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,708 Use your regular carpet stain cleaner to clean car floor mats. Just spray with the cleaning solution then scrub with a sponge. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,774 Use carpet cleaning powder on car floor mats before vacuuming for extra clean mats and a fresh scent. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,796 When waxing a car with paste wax, it is difficult to buff if it dries. To make it easier, lightly sprinkle cornstarch on the dry wax before buffing with a dry cloth. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,854 Use hot water and vinegar to remove bugs from a windshield. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,998 Clean the underside of your vehicle by running a lawn sprinkler under it. Home & Garden cleaning + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,073 Look for a self-service or do-it-yourself auto shop if you have a repair you want to do on your own but don't have the space or tools needed. Home & Garden car + savings + diy + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,103 If your vehicle begins overheating, turn off the air conditioner and turn on the heater. When possible, pull over and shut the car off. Wait until it cools down before driving. Home & Garden car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,160 If you have trouble locating your car in parking lots, tie a bright ribbon at the top of your antenna. Home & Garden car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
