How to Deal with Strong Odor in a New Car?

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Clinton
07/30/25 6:37am
New cars almost always contain several toxic substances such as formaldehyde, benzene, acetone, and xylene, which are the main culprits of air pollution inside the vehicle. Components like leather seats, chemically treated decorative panels, and easily accessible engineering plastics, rubber, and synthetic fabrics can emit unpleasant odors when the car is new or during extreme weather conditions (such as after being exposed to intense sunlight), posing risks to human health and safety. The sources of odors inside a car typically fall into three categories. The first source is the new car itself. A car is composed of many parts, and if the harmful gases and odors from these parts are not sufficiently released, they can pollute the cabin for a long time. The second source is the interior decorations. Materials used in decorations contain harmful gases such as benzene, formaldehyde, acetone, and xylene, which can contribute to varying degrees of air pollution inside the car. The third source is the use of air conditioning or poor cabin sealing, allowing pollutants like sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, and evaporated gasoline to enter and contaminate the interior. To eliminate odors from your beloved car. Bamboo charcoal bags have a strong ability to absorb odors, making them a highly effective and long-lasting solution for removing unpleasant smells inside the car. Bamboo charcoal bags can selectively adsorb various substances in the air to achieve disinfection and deodorization. Additionally, bamboo charcoal bags are affordable, easy to purchase, and excellent for odor removal. It is recommended to use bamboo charcoal bags, replacing them every three months. Car owners, especially those with new cars, should develop the habit of opening doors and windows before driving to allow circulating air to dilute and disperse toxic gases inside the cabin. During driving, keeping windows open as much as possible helps blow away toxic fumes and accelerates the process of eliminating odors in the new car.
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