Spring is here, don’t you know it?! Those flowers are getting ready to bloom and we can not lie, we’re pretty excited about it! But that also means pollen and allergy season are right around the corner. Seriously, it’s like we’re staring them in the face! This week we want to help you cut back on those allergies when you’re riding around in your Toyota this spring. So, we have dedicated our blog to allergy-proofing your ride. And if you’re ready to upgrade your ride into something newer, cleaner, and more fun – come see your favorite Toyota team right here at Fiore Toyota! Our team is ready to help you get behind the wheel of a new Toyota or service your existing one! Stop in today!

Change Those Filters

Air filters are sometimes the most forgotten thing in a person’s vehicle. While air filters are the barrier between you and the pollen inside your cabin, it is crucial to swap our 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 Your Carpeting

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 fully dry. This will cut back on allergens and mold that can be created from wet shoes. 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 floor mats.

Keep Your Windows Shut

Pollen season is quickly approaching and that means you’ll be sneezing in no time. Let’s cut back on those by keeping our windows closed 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, Please

Many drivers think cleaning their vehicle with great smelling products or adding a new air freshener to their vehicle will make all those bad smells go away. And in some cases, it will. But those fragrances can actually irritate you and could lead to jump-starting those allergies or making them worse. So, avoid all that and choose something that will not irritate your nasal membranes.