How to keep a tidy car

by Josh Staiger

March 10, 2006

It seems that every time I meet someone new and give them a ride in my car, they are shocked and amazed at the cleanliness of the inside of my car, especially for a guy.

How do you do it!?, they ask.

I guess hitching a ride has become synonymous with pushing over a nest of loose papers, empty Aquifina bottles, cd cases, pom-poms, and McDonald's (not so fresh) apple pie boxes to make room for your ass.

I've decided to reveal my secrets for keeping a clean car:

  1. Don't bring crap into your car.
  2. If you do bring crap into your car, bring it out of your car.

This is the Zen.

I think that's it. If I think of any other tips, I'll post them here.