Back-To-School Cleaning Tips To Keep Your Ride Fresh This Semester

Getting the kids back to school is a hectic time for families. With so many things on your to-do list, cleaning the car often gets pushed to the bottom of the list. Before you know it, all of those pickups and drop-offs have turned your vehicle into a trash can. The good news is that getting on top of it is easy with our interior cleaning tips and “back to school” car care advice.

A Little Prevention Goes A Long Way.

• Vehicle seat covers are a lot easier to clean than upholstery, making them a great investment for families with young children. Pro Tip: Look for seat protectors that cover the back of the driver and passenger seats to stop muddy shoes in the back seat from leaving their mark.
• Rubber mats protect floors, and they’re easy to clean if spills occur.
• Use a car interior protector spray to protect surfaces from sticky hands, mud and other messes.

Get Organized.

• There are many organizers that can help sort toys, sippy cups, devices and other items that come with kids. Whether you buy dedicated seat organizers, repurpose something from your house or use a storage bag, having some form of organization can really help contain the mess.
• Use spillproof cups and containers for drinks and snacks.
• Keep a trash receptacle in the vehicle so that garbage goes straight where it belongs rather than on the seat or floor. A trash can, wastebasket or plastic bags all work well.

Be Ready For On-The-Go Spills.

• Keep wet wipes and paper towels on-hand to clean up messes.
• A spare towel in the trunk is another good idea for cleaning up spills or dealing with rain and mud.

Create A Cleanup Routine.

• Whether it’s every time you arrive home, at the end of the school day or a weekend job, make tidying up the car a regular thing. 
• Consider giving your vehicle interior a quick weekly once-over to cut down on the number of big cleanups required.

Don’t Skip Regular Cleanings.

Just like exterior cleaning helps keep your car’s paint in tip-top shape, interior cleaning will help keep surfaces in better condition over time. Regular vacuuming and detailing can help your ride look (and smell) fresh.

Xpress Car Wash can help keep your car looking spotless inside and outside. From our three-minute car wash, wax and dry to our self-serve vacuum station, your vehicle will be clean and shiny in no time at all. Make Xpress Car Wash part of your “back to school” car care, so you have more time for all of the other things on your to-do list.