Four Steps On Allergy-Proofing Your Toyota! | Hollidaysburg, PA

Can you believe that we are almost halfway through the spring season?! It’s hard to believe but one thing we want to talk about is the power of allergy season that comes along with spring. And nothing is worse than being behind the wheel and suffering from seasonal allergies. This week we have put together an easy four step guide on how to allergy proof your ride. Spend some time checking out these details below and be sure to schedule a service appointment with our team to ensure that your vehicle is allergen free and ready to keep dirt, dust, and allergens out while you’re behind the wheel! 

Change Out Air Filters 

Air filters are sometimes the most forgotten thing in a vehicle. While air filters are the barrier between you and the pollen inside your cabin, it is crucial to swap out your air filters at the start of each season for plenty of reasons. We recommend changing at the beginning of the spring season and checking back again towards the end to ensure smart, clean breathing when you’re inside your vehicle. 
Clean Those Carpets 

Your vehicle’s carpeting is known to be a home for allergens, dirt, dust, and all things nasty. The first way to allergy-proof your ride is to make sure your carpeting (and seating) is clean and dry. If you want to go the extra step, invest in all-season floor mats to make this process easier or to keep allergens from building up in your vehicle’s carpeting. 
Keep Your Windows Closed 

Pollen season is here and that means you’ll be sneezing in no time! Let’s cut back on those sneeze attacks by keeping our windows closed tight when pollen is at its peak. We also recommend using only the recirculating cycle if or when you need to use your air conditioner in order to avoid pollen from entering your vehicle’s cabin. 
Avoid Irritants 

Many drivers think cleaning their vehicle with strong fragrance products or adding a new air freshener to their vehicle will make all those bad smells go away. And in some cases, they will. But those fragrances can add irritation and could make those allergies worse. So, avoid all that and choose something that will not irritate your nasal membranes.