How to Remove the Odor Inside a New Car?

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HaleyMarie
07/30/25 3:49am
Methods to remove the odor inside a new car: 1. Open the windows appropriately for ventilation, which helps volatile odors dissipate; 2. Place some odor-absorbing materials in the car, such as activated charcoal or bamboo charcoal; 3. You can place natural fragrant substances like lemons or orange peels in the car to mask the odor; 4. Try to avoid eating in the car. If food like easily rotten fruit peels or sweets accidentally falls into the corners of the car and is not cleaned in time, it can easily lead to mold growth, which will worsen the odor inside the car; 5. Skillfully use the air recirculation and fresh air modes. It is recommended to use the recirculation mode in congested urban traffic to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the car. The fresh air mode allows you to breathe in outside air. When driving on the highway for a long time and feeling the air inside the car is stuffy, but unable to open the windows, you can use the fresh air mode to let in some fresh air.
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