18 tips for keeping your car clean and organized
For anyone with a busy lifestyle, keeping the car clean can be a total challenge, and that's doubly true if you've got kids. Fortunately, though, keeping your car tidy is easier than you think with just a little bit of planning.
Flip through the slideshow for 18 essential tips that will help keep your car clean and organized, ranging from basics like taking out the trash regularly to a creative (and cheap!) hack that will keep your cup holders perfectly clean and crumb-free.
Take the trash out every time you see it

It may be annoying at first, but getting into the habit of taking any trash out of your car every time you park will keep your vehicle cleaner than ever. Even when you're out in public, scope out trash cans to toss empty coffee cups, napkins, and other debris.
...or invest in a reusable car trashbag for times when you forget

Inevitably you're going to forget — or be too busy — to remove the trash every single time, which is why a reusable trash bag for the car is so handy. You can DIY your own, or buy a washable pouch that's easy to attach to your console or back seat.
Keep antibacterial wipes and other cleaning essentials in your center console

Messes are inevitably going to happen, and they're much easier to clean in the immediate aftermath. Keep a stash of disinfecting wipes, microfiber cloths, and other cleaning essentials in your center console or trunk, and use them frequently. Read More…