A quick Google search shows one of the biggest complaints from private hire passengers is dirty and untidy cars. We’ve all been in the backseat, kicking rubbish under the seat wishing we walked instead.
An untidy vehicle can negatively impact your driver score and tips. You could end up paying more for your insurance and earning less. It pays to keep your vehicle squeaky clean!
From organisers to magic cleaning slime, we’ve found six of the best items you can buy today to maintain your five-star ride.
Give untidiness the boot with a Boot Organiser
This handy caddy can store all manner of items that might be kicking around in your boot. You’ll have more room for passenger luggage, and things like your first aid kit or torch are easily findable. Plus, it keeps all your essential items easily portable! A tidy car is a five-star car.
Halfords - £12
B&Q - £17.49
Keep tidy in the front seat with a Seat Organiser
Seat organisers are a handy way of storing smaller items, like hand gel or spare charging cables for passengers. Store chewing gum for passengers, candy or spare pens! It can all fit in one of these tidy seat organisers. We’ve picked one that fits on the side and one for the backseat.
*we don’t recommend storing your valuables in a seat organiser!
Amazon - £4.99
Argos - £9
Cut out the rubbish with a Car Bin
Car bins are great for keeping annoying chewing gum wrappers or crisp packets from littering your floor. They can be strapped to the backseat, the centre console or through the passenger door. There are lots to choose from, but opt for a waterproof bin with a lid to keep any nasty smells at bay. And remember to empty it daily!
Amazon - £12.99
B&Q - £12.39
Car wax on, wax off with a Car Cleaning Kit
Keep those exteriors sparkling clean in-between deep clean washes with a car cleaning kit. These handy kits have everything you need to wash, wax and polish your ride. Keep a bottle of polish and a rag in your boot organiser to buff on the go!
Euro Car Parts - £19.99
Turtlewax - £18
Say no to crumbs with a Car Vacuum
Suck up those pesky passenger crumbs with a handheld vacuum cleaner. These little machines make it easy to get into all those car seat crevices, floor mats and trimmings. They’re a great option to tidy up between rides and valet visits. A clean car is a passenger-friendly car.
Amazon - £14.99
Halfords - £34.99
Wipe the dust away with Cleaning Gel
Slime is all the rage with kids - but did you know you can use it for your car?
Dust cleaning gel (in adult terms) is great at getting into small crevices to pick up the dirt that otherwise you couldn’t reach. No more dusty air vents and cup holders! It doesn’t leave any residue, and it’s not sticky on your hands. Some of them are even fragranced!
Amazon - £7.99
Demon Slime - £7.99
So there you have it! Six sparkling items to help keep your car clean and tidy, and maintain that all-important driver score. Did you know that with INSHUR, a better driver score could mean a better price for your insurance?
Some of these essential items could be a life-saver on busy days when getting to the car wash isn’t possible. Why not try them out for yourself?!
All prices correct as of August 2024. Listed products should not be seen as endorsements, and you purchase these items at your own discretion. INSHUR does not earn any money through associated links, and is not affiliated with any brands or companies listed.
