How to Disinfect the Car Interior?
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The cabin air filter can filter out pollutants in the air, such as exhaust fumes, dust, powder, bacteria, and particles, providing clean and fresh air inside the car. An air purifier can, to some extent, prevent certain viruses and dust particles from entering the car. Maintain ventilation and air circulation. In a closed environment, while keeping the windows and doors shut, the air conditioning should also be set to recirculate the interior air. When drivers or passengers return to the vehicle after visiting public places, it is recommended to use hand sanitizer for hand hygiene first. For surface disinfection, you can choose disinfectants containing chlorine, chlorine dioxide, or disinfectant wipes for wiping.
I frequently disinfect my car interior, mainly for the health of myself and my family. The disinfection method is quite simple. The first step is to prepare alcohol wipes or a 70% concentration alcohol spray. Start by wiping the steering wheel, as it's the most frequently touched area; then move on to high-contact zones like door handles, gear shifts, and buttons. Remember to do this weekly, though during the pandemic I increased the frequency to every two or three days. When spraying alcohol, open the windows for ventilation to avoid high concentrations that might affect breathing. For seats and carpets, just lightly spray them with disinfectant spray, but avoid soaking to prevent material damage. Additionally, UV disinfection lamps are quite useful—buy a small one online, and just shine it for about ten minutes to get the job done. The whole process takes around 20 minutes. After disinfection, let the car ventilate for half an hour before getting back in—it's safe and comfortable. By sticking to this routine, the car stays fresh-smelling, reduces bacteria, and makes driving much more pleasant.
