5 Life Hacks for Your Car that Work

At Prestige Subaru, we understand that life hacks are lifesavers. Without them, your home wouldn't be as clean nor would you be able to squeeze out every ounce of productivity during a long day at work. So wouldn't it be great to bring these hacks with you behind the wheel?

Fortunately, life hacks for your car do exist, and they can make your commutes and road trips much easier and a lot more enjoyable. We've listed some of the most helpful below, so check them out and see which ones could change your drives.

Beat the South Jersey Heat

South Jersey can be excruciatingly brutal in the summer. It's humid, hot, and sometimes downright miserable and all of that only increases when you get in your car. However, you can beat the heat by cracking your windows when you get out to let some air flow through. You'll also want to turn the steering wheel 180 degrees to avoid burning your hands later. How to Prepare Your Subaru for a Summer Road Trip

Finally, if the heat is too much, open the passenger window all the way and keep the driver's window closed. Then get out of the car to open and close your door. This will move out the hot air and make interior a little cooler.

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Assemble a Clean-up Crew 

Cars get dirty. Everyone knows this, and everyone is guilty of letting it happen. So keep a basket in your vehicle and fill it with cleaning supplies such as a window washing solution, hand wipes, fabric cleaner, and a lint roller. This way you're always prepared for any messes.

And if you're looking to take this clean car hack up a notch, keep a bottle of air and fabric freshener to get rid of pet, food, and other unsightly odors in a snap. 

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Keep Takeout Warm

Who likes eating cold pizza or Chinese food after getting takeout? No one, of course! But with Subaru models, you may not have to deal with that again.

Most vehicles in the lineup come with seat warmers, but you know as well as we do that you don't need them on year-round. But instead of letting your food get cold, put the seat heaters to work and use them to keep your takeout warm. So when you get home, it'll be like you just pulled your meal from the oven.

Always Know Where You Parked

We've all been those people in the parking lot wandering aimlessly trying to find our cars. While it's true that a Subaru's alarm is loud enough for you to hear from across the lot, it's still hard to actually locate it - until now.

To avoid being the person who lost their car in the lot, use your cellphone before you leave your vehicle and mark your location on your navigation app. Once you need to head home, just open the app and it can give you directions to where your car. 

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Warm Up in the Winter

While South Jersey summers can be filled with oppressive heat, winters tend to be unpleasantly cold and icy, with more snow than we'd like. And when the temperatures drop and ice starts to form on your vehicle, you'll notice getting into it isn't as easy because the doors and handles may be frozen shut. 

Rather than waiting for the ice to melt, combine two parts vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle. Then spray the mixture on your doors and handles to instantly thaw the ice. 

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Life hacks are some of the most beneficial tips for drivers from Turnersville, Cherry Hill, and Mount Laurel. So make your life easier and get to know these five life hacks for your car that actually work.