Are you still dragging a corded vacuum out to the garage to clean your car? There’s an easier way. Keeping a portable car vacuum in your garage, like the bestselling ThisWorx car vacuum, is one of those car cleaning tips you’ll wish you knew sooner. It makes frequent, quick car cleanups easier than ever.

What is a ThisWorx Car Vacuum?

A car vacuum is a smaller, more portable version of your home’s best vacuum cleaner. It easily cleans auto upholstery, floors, cup holders and all the various nooks and crannies. Choosing a model like the lightweight ThisWorks car vacuum with three attachments makes the task of removing dust, pet hair and crumbs a breeze.

Thanks to its compact and ergonomic design, it can easily be stored in a backseat or trunk. It’s also one of the best car detailing tools for those with little time to spare. It removes many types of debris from vehicles with little effort.

It sucks up sand, pet hair, crackled bits of autumn leaves and even drive-through food spills. Users rave about how the strength of the motor and the ease of cleaning the reusable, washable filter.

What we like about the ThisWorx car vacuum:

  • Comes with an interior car cleaning accessories kit with three attachments.
  • Powered by your car’s 12v aux power outlet.
  • Comes with a 16-foot cord to easily reach the way back.
  • Washable filter can last for years.
  • Affordable price.

What to consider before purchasing one:

  • Suction may not be powerful enough for large pieces of debris.

How to Use It

The battery-free ThisWorx car vacuum plugs into a 12v outlet, or what used to be known as the cigarette lighter. For cars with always-powered lighters, you don’t need to start the engine to get the vacuum going, although several reviewers note it operates best with the car running. (In that case, open the garage door to ensure proper ventilation.)

Pick the right attachment — a flathead hose, extension hose and brush head — and watch this nifty little car vac go to work picking up all sorts of debris.

The 16-foot extension cord easily reaches your backseat car organizers, car floor mats, and the corners of the trunk that ordinarily feel impossible to clean. When you’re not using the attachments for things like removing pet hair from upholstery or cleaning dog car seat covers, tuck all the pieces inside the included travel case. Easily store it in the back of your car, a truck cab or typical trunk until the next time you have a mess. Pair this vacuum with the best-selling Chemical Guys microfiber towels for a certified clean every time.

Deissy, another five-star reviewer, writes: “I was completely amazed by this little car vacuum. I tend to somehow bring in a lot of dirt and tiny leaves to my car and this does such a great job at picking it all up. The length of the cord is a really good size and I’m able to vacuum the back without struggling at all. It comes with lots of tiny accessories for those hard to reach areas.”

Via Merchant

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