How to Remove Odors in a New Car?

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DiElisa
07/29/25 11:59pm
Place activated charcoal in the car. Activated charcoal has a strong ability to adsorb toxic gases. When harmful gases in the air come into contact with activated charcoal, they are adsorbed onto it, thereby purifying the air inside the car. Whether it's a new or old car, it is recommended to keep activated charcoal in the vehicle long-term. Regularly use photocatalyst. Photocatalyst is a new odor-removal technology that involves spraying nano-sized photocatalytic semiconductor materials onto the surfaces of interior materials. Under light, it produces a strong catalytic degradation effect, effectively breaking down harmful gases in the car, removing formaldehyde, and providing antibacterial and disinfecting benefits. Use a car air purifier. Car air purifiers are compact and lightweight, allowing them to be placed in corners of the car. They effectively purify the air inside the vehicle and eliminate formaldehyde odors, making them one of the most effective methods for removing odors in cars today. Avoid exposing the interior to direct sunlight. Why does the odor become stronger when exposed to the sun? It turns out that direct sunlight causes the car's interior materials to release more toxic gases, and higher temperatures also cause toxic substances sealed in unseen areas to volatilize. Therefore, it's best to avoid parking the car under direct sunlight whenever possible. Try to park in underground parking lots or shaded areas and apply reflective window film to the car.
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