If you have ever received a new credit card offering that includes a "mock" credit card in the envelope. (It will usually have the companies 800 number on it) rather than tossing it out, keep it in your glove box for frost and light ice removal from your windshield.
You can also use an expired credit card, but I might recommend cutting out the card number and your name, even though it is expired.
Use WD40 to make black plastic car bumpers black again. The WD40 also removes any traces of car polish which may be on the bumpers.
Replacing a clogged or dirty air filter can improve your car’s gas mileage by as much as 10 percent, and a clean filter keeps impurities from damaging the inside of your engine.
A broom is the quickest way to clean snow from a car. You can cut the handle down on the broom and store it in the trunk.
(Use the old broom you were thinking of throwing out)
In an area where a large amount of oil has dripped, lay several thicknesses of newspapers. Saturate the paper with water and press flat against the floor. When dry, remove the newspaper and spots will have disappeared.
You may need to repeat this process more than once.
Use a matching color crayon and gently work into the scratches on your car. While not permanent it will cover it up nicely for a time.
To remove stubborn bumper stickers, use nail polish remover or lighter fluid.
If you need gas while driving down the interstate, don’t stop for gas at exits with only one gas station.
Exits with multiple gas stations are more likely to keep their prices lower due to competition.
Use some baking soda and a wet brush then hose them off with water. (And most important, it won't hurt the earth)
Place a sponge into the leg of an old nylon stocking and knot the end. Use it to scrub sinks, bathtub, tile, porcelain etc.
Works well on your cars grimy wheels too!
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