Motorists struggling with unpleasant smells in their vehicles have discovered a simple and cheap solution using white distilled vinegar, a common kitchen cupboard staple costing just 35p. The trick, shared by TikTok user Lefty Vlogger, involves placing a cup of vinegar in the car for a few hours to neutralise odours.
In a video viewed over 2,000 times, Lefty Vlogger advised: 'If your car has some funky smell, put a cup of white distilled vinegar in your car. Let it sit for a few hours or while you're at work. Then just let it air out while you finish cleaning. The smell is gone.'
Viewers responded with questions about specific odours, including nappies, cigarette smoke, and spilt milk. One user asked: 'I left a dirty diaper. Now it smells like a dead person or rat, will this work?' Another inquired about cigarette residue, while a fourth sought advice on milk stains that had soured after weeks.
White distilled vinegar is effective due to its natural deodorising properties, which help absorb and neutralise musty or stale smells. To use, pour a small amount into a bowl and leave it inside the car for several hours or overnight. Afterward, ensure the car is well ventilated by opening windows to air out the vinegar scent.
