How to Get Rid of Flies in the Car?

[Justin]

To remove flies from your car, you can open the windows and sunroof to let them fly out on their own. You can also place fly traps inside the car to catch them. Alternatively, purchasing fly insecticide can help eliminate them, forcing the flies to leave. Another method is to turn on the air conditioning to quickly lower the temperature inside the car, which reduces their activity. To minimize odors in the car, regularly clean floor mats, seats, glove compartments, and ashtrays. Additionally, when smoking in the car, close the air conditioning and open the windows. Placing bamboo charcoal bags or lemons in the car can help maintain air quality.

[DeAlyssa]

Nothing annoys me more than flies buzzing around my car while driving! Here's my experience: Opening windows is the simplest solution, but pay attention to speed. At low speeds, open diagonal windows (e.g., front left + rear right) to create cross-ventilation that sweeps insects out. At highway speeds, only open one window to avoid excessive noise. I always keep a telescopic fly swatter in my car, but never use it while driving – that's dangerous! After parking, wipe interior surfaces with a damp cloth – flies hate moisture. Pro tip: Always dispose of fast-food wrappers immediately. Last week I forgot a burger wrapper and attracted five or six flies!

[CoraDella]

Last time, the car wash technician taught me a trick: park the car under direct sunlight for half an hour until the temperature rises above 40°C, and the flies will find their own way out through gaps. If that doesn't work, try turning the AC to maximum fan speed in external circulation mode and direct the airflow toward the windows—flies are afraid of strong air currents. A reminder to everyone: never use insecticide spray! Using it in an enclosed space can cause dizziness, and my colleague once nearly suffocated from trying it. Keeping a roll of plastic wrap in the trunk is quite practical—when you spot a fly, quickly seal off the dashboard area before dealing with it.

[MacEliza]

The newly purchased UV insect repellent light works quite well; just plug it into the cigarette lighter. The purple cold light attracts flying insects, and the bottom fan sucks them in to dry them out. However, note that this gadget can only be used when parked, as the fan noise interferes with driving while on the move. A car vacuum with a pointed nozzle can also handle insect eggs in corners. During hot seasons, remember to replace the AC filter—moldy filters are especially attractive to insects. Once, I found over a dozen dead flies stuck to the filter when I opened it up.