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For a car door that is frozen shut, pour cool water down the seam of the door to weaken the ice.

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.

Tip #4,919

Use some silicon lubricant to prevent vehicle door gaskets from freezing to the metal frame during cold weather.

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.

Sometimes you need more than a village.

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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.

Tip #3,486

Use a chamois to clean the inside of car windows. It removes condensation on damp days and streaks on sunny days.

Tip #3,536

Remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers by rubbing the bumper with some crumpled aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola.

Tip #3,562

Use shampoo to clean greasy car parts. It is gentler than many detergents and is a good degreaser.

Tip #3,863

If the paint on your vehicle gets chipped, apply some clear nail polish to help prevent rust.

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.

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Tip #3,654

Clean a car's windshield with club soda. Spray on then wipe dry.

Tip #3,694

Most squeaky windshield wipers can be fixed by cleaning thoroughly with vinegar.

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.

Tip #3,774

Use carpet cleaning powder on car floor mats before vacuuming for extra clean mats and a fresh scent.

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.

Tip #3,854

Use hot water and vinegar to remove bugs from a windshield.

If only taking the stairs was enough.

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Tip #3,998

Clean the underside of your vehicle by running a lawn sprinkler under it.

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.

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.

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Tip #4,160

If you have trouble locating your car in parking lots, tie a bright ribbon at the top of your antenna.

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Great New Tips

For a car door that is frozen shut, pour cool water down the seam of the door to weaken the ice.

Purchase some inexpensive winter clothing at a thrift store to keep in your vehicle's trunk in case you become stranded in the cold.

Use some silicon lubricant to prevent vehicle door gaskets from freezing to the metal frame during cold weather.

Reduce the time needed for clearing your windshield of ice and snow by placing a large piece of cardboard over it overnight.

Sometimes you need more than a village.

Add a few candles and matches in a waterproof container to your winter emergency kit in your vehicle. They provide both light and warmth.

Use a chamois to clean the inside of car windows. It removes condensation on damp days and streaks on sunny days.

Remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers by rubbing the bumper with some crumpled aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola.

Use shampoo to clean greasy car parts. It is gentler than many detergents and is a good degreaser.

If the paint on your vehicle gets chipped, apply some clear nail polish to help prevent rust.

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.

Share your tips for smarter living.

Clean a car's windshield with club soda. Spray on then wipe dry.

Most squeaky windshield wipers can be fixed by cleaning thoroughly with vinegar.

Use your regular carpet stain cleaner to clean car floor mats. Just spray with the cleaning solution then scrub with a sponge.

Use carpet cleaning powder on car floor mats before vacuuming for extra clean mats and a fresh scent.

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.

Use hot water and vinegar to remove bugs from a windshield.

If only taking the stairs was enough.

Clean the underside of your vehicle by running a lawn sprinkler under it.

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.

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.

If you have trouble locating your car in parking lots, tie a bright ribbon at the top of your antenna.

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