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It fits most sedan, SUV, and minivan seats. They buckle on using two elastic straps.
Promising review: "They installed in seconds in my 2016 Hyundai Sonata. I was worried about the light interior color and messy children, so these mats are a perfect solution. Went back and forth on whether or not to buy these particular kick mats because I was worried about the strap visibility. Even though it is visible, it is not unsightly and could possibly even be shoved into the crack of the seat little further depending upon the type of seat you have. So far so good." —Annie D
Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.99.
Promising review: "Bought a used car to get back and forth to work. Only problem being the back was covered in bumper stickers. Eleven to be exact. I don't like bumper stickers. At all. This removed all of them in 25–30 minutes total with no problem. Still has probably half the wheel left so I stuck it in my garage toolbox in case I need to eradicate any bumper stickers in the future." —PrestidgeSouthside
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
This will hold most smartphones out there and has a quick-release button so you can easily grab your phone again after your car is in park! It easily attaches to any horizontal vents, and has a ball-and-socket joint so you can angle your phone whatever way works best for you.
Promising review: "Sturdy, reliable, and simple to assemble (literally just slide, click, and adjust), this product lived up to my expectations. As a new driver, this is a lifesaver for being able to stay attentive and get directions by keeping my phone at eye level." —Target customer
Get it from Target for $12.89.
Promising review: "I found this product after spending more than a year trying to find a trunk organizer that didn't take up all of the limited space in the trunk of my Civic. I've driven about 100 miles on NYC area highways, and it's held tight and kept everything organized." —Penny Wise
Get one from Amazon for $19.99.
This 1.85-gallon trashcan has adjustable straps and a waterproof interior, and it's leakproof!
Promising review: "This is a very convenient addition to my car and fits perfectly without being in the way of passengers in the second row seating area. I highly recommend. Fits easily in vehicles that have a center armrest in the front passenger seating area. Universal fit." —Paula D. Thomas
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).
Designs By JIHill is a small business based out of Amarillo, Texas that sells unique car trash cans, baby bibs, and lip balm holders.
I absolutely love this trash can. Every time I step in the car, it makes me smile. I get tons of compliments and it keeps the car clean! I empty it out every time I stop for gas. Easy peasy!
Promising review: "So wonderfully cute and small enough to not be in a passenger's way. I commute and am the worst about rubbish collecting in my center console with all the snacks I bring with me everywhere. So happy to have a place for my mess to keep my car clutter free!" —Darienne Coffen
Get the one pictured above from Designs By JIHill on Etsy for $20+ (available in three styles). It's low in stock right now, but the seller has tons and tons of similar patterns to choose from.
It comes with one air mattress, two inflatable pillows, one inflator/deflator pump, and one storage bag.
Promising review: "I have to say that this is amazing! This bed can be used in a truck or the back of a car, which is so practical. The machine it comes with helps it inflate quickly. It can also be used anytime you're camping, not just in a car. It shocked me how spacious the back seat was with this air mattress. And the cushion is very comfortable. It's easily portable because it's not heavy at all. Such good quality!" —Amy
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in eight colors).
Oh and when you're done you can just toss this in the washing machine — so easy!
Promising review: "I've owned many mitts in the past and this one is right up there with the best. I like a mitt that's thin enough to feel through yet thick enough to hold the water and suds and not feel cheap. I also like a mitt to stay firm to my wrist yet easily be able to spin around and not have to take another dip into the bucket, so I can utilize both sides. This mitt meets all of these requirements and is cheap enough to replace once a year." —WoodTurner
Get it from Amazon for $5.64.
Promising review: "I love this product!! I'm always dropping things and they fall in between or under the seat! Not only do these pockets prevent that, but they can also be used to store items like my cell phone and lip balm. The pockets fit perfectly between my seat and center console." —Dea
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $22.97 (available in three colors)
Promising review: "I watched the episode of Shark Tank this was on. I have had incidents where things have dropped into the gap between seat and console and what a pain that is! This product is so simple and easy to install. I highly recommend it and wonder why I didn't think of it first." —The Crew Dawg
Get the set of two from Amazon for $24.99.
You'll need those handy hooks in the back of your vehicle to make it work or pick up some Command hooks while you're checking out!
Promising review: "I have used these pocket nets in each of my last three cars, one being an SUV. I wouldn't be without these. I like not having to climb into the trunk or the back end of the SUV to retrieve items that rolled or slid. Bought another one because my new SUV's larger than my last, and that one wouldn't fit in my new trunk. My wife wouldn't let me take the larger one out of her car so another purchase was required; wouldn't be without one!" —N. Beattie
Get it from Amazon for $14.75.
Promising review: "Everyone who has gone into my car loves these hangers. So useful to hold purses, plastic bags, jackets, 40-ounce water containers, etc.! They have remained where I hooked them no matter what I hung on them so far." —L.H
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.49+ (available in two colors and as a four-pack).
The fun part is that it's a color-changing formula that activates when it comes into contact with the ferrous metals (iron) from brake dust or other dirt and grime. It'll spray on yellow and turn into a deep red or purple as it dissolves the gunk on your wheel.
Promising review: "It will take one look from your friends to say. 'Did you buy some new wheels?' This stuff is absolutely amazing. For the full effect, dismount your wheel, spray the back. Go do something for 10 minutes. Wash with water, no scrubbing needed. Turn the rim face-up, do it again. Do the rest of your rims, and don't forget the tire protectant when you reinstall them. This stuff will handle salt, road tar, off-road dirt and mud; you get it dirty, it comes clean. Where was this stuff when I was racing off-road?" —johnfcon
Get it from Amazon for $15.85.
Promising review: "I purchased this one because there is no bezel that takes up space when the rear view mirror is already so small and you'll need whatever space you can get. The angle is also adjustable. Of all the ones I've purchased, this seemed to fit and look the best." —LiterOfPeter
Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (available in packs of two or four and four shapes).
Promising review: "During late summer and through the fall, we usually are hit with many more bugs than normal. And if I drive, these bugs get stuck on the front bumper and even the back of the outside mirrors. This cleaner made cleaning off the bugs much easier to do than the week before when I was trying to remove bugs from my husband's car with just soap and water. In addition, this left my car shiny, as if it had just been waxed and water beaded on it. The soap and water on my husband's card did not do that. I am certainly well pleased and will be purchasing this again when I used the contents of this bottle." —SC Girl
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
It comes with twelve felt pads, and doesn't come with oils don't forget to grab a pack of essential oils before you checkout!
Promising review: "High quality! I was not expecting such a hearty piece of hardware! Came with plenty of little pads. The clasp has a built-in magnet and a slight clip to it so it has a good strong hold closed. Also the clips that attach to the vent are built solid too. Beautiful designs on front. I put a few drops of oil on mine and put it in my car and the whole car is scented! Comes in a cute little package perfect for gifts. Will be buying again for second car and as gifts! 100% recommend!" —Alaina
Get a set of two and 12 felt scent pads from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two colors).
Shop Wildly Essential is a small business based out of Collegeville, Pennsylvania that specializes in various essential oil diffusers.
Get it from Shop Wildly Essential on Etsy for $14.50 (available in 11 styles or you can personalize the colors).
Promising review: "I know very little about cars but I do know quite a bit about saving money. I went to get my airbag replaced this past month and they recommended I replace my cabin air filter. It was going to cost $60 and $40 for labor!! I YouTubed a tutorial and it looked so simple. I bought one on Amazon (same brand) for less than $20!!! For a 26-year-old (completely inexperienced with cars) who spent 10 minutes on YouTube and an extra 10 minutes in installation, I saved over $80!!! I probably would have had to wait at the dealer more than the 20 minutes it took me overall and would have had to pay an extra $80. No thank you!!" —Vanessa C.
Get it from Amazon for $8.47 (available in one, two, or three packs).
Promising review: Really impressed with these! We have a dog who sheds like it’s his job and our car is always extremely difficult to vacuum. These really picked up the hair with minimal effort. I’ve also used on our home area rugs and got way better results than our Shark vacuum. Left the carpets feeling soft as well. I’d definitely recommend for any pet owner!" —jonathanc1222
Get it a pack of two from Amazon for $18.
Promising review: "These traction pads are amazing! For anybody who's never used them, essentially you jam them against your drive tires in slick conditions or if you're stuck in sand, and your tires grip them and pull you right out! The bright orange makes them easy to see after digging them into the mud, and the knobs are durable enough to withstand a very large truck's beating. For the price, the quality, the durability, and the hundreds of uses, you can't go wrong with these. If I could give them six stars I would have!" —Arianna
Get two from Amazon for $139.55+ (available in three colors and three sizes).
The kit includes gloves, the surface activator (activator softens plastic, making it easier to sand smooth) sanding paper, polish, and a finish and seal UV block clear coat applicator.
Promising review: "The results. I am still in shock about them. I saw some pictures of 'results' and I thought they were all fake. NO, they are not. It's that good. I am very pleased with this product. If you need your headlights cleaned, buy this kit! On another note, my mom was so amazed by how well it worked she made me go buy another kit and clean her headlights too!" —Brad
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Promising review: "Works great and helps to relieve some pressure from sitting. This is a great memory foam cushion for office chairs or your couch. You really can feel the difference. This is thick, and feels like it will last for a really long time. I've been using mine for a couple of weeks and already feel a little better. The cover is removable for washing, and the stitching is done really well. I recommend this to anyone who has to sit for more than a few hours." —phillygrl
Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "As an outside sales rep, I sometimes feel like I live in my car. This dual-purpose tray is a must-have if you need a well-positioned mobile desk or a less awkward way to eat (and avoid wearing) your lunch. It's nice that both sides are functional — a food tray complete with a cup holder on one side, and a smooth flat writing surface on the other. You won't have to worry about getting grease or food residue on your paperwork! Also works well with small laptops or your iPad. Made of high-impact plastic, it won't melt or warp if you leave it sitting in your hot car...virtually indestructible. I can't imagine how I lived without one of these for so many years!" —Mike
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
Promising review: "If you have devices that need to be charged and you want to keep your cables neat, tidy, and in place, you need this product. You could also use your imagination to find other uses! I have purchased two packs of these and used them all! I simply could not imagine life without these cable clips!" —Mike Tickle
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $6.97.
VIVIANxCO is a small business based out of Chicago, Illinois that sells aesthetic homeware such as coasters, keychains, and decorative trays.
Promising review: "My coasters are beautiful and arrived quickly, and fit perfectly in my cup holders! Thank you!" —Mandaj90
Get a set of two from VIVIANxCO on Etsy for $12+ (available in 15 colors and two sizes).
I have used this multiple times on my car for any small knicks I have seen and it never fails to remove each one, making my car look almost new again!
Promising review: "This was the first time I had ever attempted a project like this and I was able to get great results without any special tools. I just used the polishing pad included, a microfiber towel and some high grit sand paper for the tougher spots. Everything worked out well. I finished the job with turtle wax polish. This stuff works!" —Texas95
Get it from Amazon for $17.97.
Who's a good boy?!
Promising review: "We have four dogs and have wasted a lot of water over the years in collapsible bowls. Purchased this before taking them all for a week long beach trip and now wish we had discovered it sooner! So easy to use (especially on the go), no waste, and the dogs love it! We do a lot of hiking with our pups and are thrilled to find something to make water breaks so much quicker and easier!" —T. Wood
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six colors).
It works on any color of leather you happen to own, from beige to gray to black! First you go in to remove the dirt with the cleaner, then follow up with the no-rinse conditioner, which leaves the leather lightly shined and super soft.
Promising review: "The stuff is amazing and absolutely worth buying. First I applied leather cleaner and allowed it to sit for a few minutes. Then I took a towel to remove dirt. Next I used my hands to rub the leather treatment in cracks and stitches, and took a small clean cloth wiping residual off. My leather never looked this good. About a half-bottle left after applying on Acura TL, Nissan Armada SUV, F-350 pickup, and Harley Davidson leather seat. Placed the cloth in a sealed zip lock bag to reuse again. Best leather treatment I have found." —Spiderman
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
It works on any material that can be safely dampened with water — which probably covers every kind of car upholstery except leather.
Promising review: "I had terrible rust and oil stains all over the seats of my car. I tried other cleaners but they made the stains darker. I took it to the dealership to see if they could get it out and they flat out told me no, so I gave up and lived with it for five years. I tried this after it was recommended by a friend. I sprayed it on and literally watched the stain run right off my seat. It was amazing! I thought I was going to have to pay hundreds of dollars to replace the seats in my car because nothing else would work. This stuff really is awesome!" —Brittany
Get a 32-ounce bottle from Amazon for $11.24.
The shield cover is made with straps that hang down and attach to your cars' wheels for a secure and tight fit. This keeps snow/wind/and frost from building up under the cover!
Promising review: "This is the best thing I could have ever bought! I bought one for myself, my mom, and my sister. New England just got slammed with a nor'easter, and let me tell you...this thing works! It only took about five minutes to put on my car, and like five seconds to get it off this morning. No snow or ice anywhere on the wiper well or windshield. I highly recommend this!" —Shelley
Get it from Amazon for $26.95+ (available in two sizes).
Promising review: "Thankfully I haven't needed to use this item...BUT if I ever do, I have it in my car in the pocket of the driver side door. I live in Florida where we are surrounded by water and there are lakes, canals, drainage ditches, flood control ditches, and many bridges. There are constantly stories on the news about vehicles losing control and heading into the waters. One of the last news stories showed using this little tool. I immediately purchased several of them and gave them out to family and all of my neighbors." —Shesinstpete33710
Get it from Amazon for $9.85.
Promising review: "If you’re like me, a parent on the go, who also likes to have common necessities for emergency in their vehicle. This is recommended for you. The product has many sturdy pockets and the pockets are large for storage. I used it to place emergency clothing for me and my children and water bottles. It’s a great storage for common car tools and cleaners and saves room on the bottom of the trunk. This is useful for SUV type because it clips around headrest to be supported and It’s very long with large deep pockets." —Anais Martinez
Get it from Amazon for $22.59.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.