50 Weird Hacks That Make Your Car Way Bougier

These mini car trash cans fit inside your center console cupholders or the little storage area on the door to give you the perfect spot to throw wrappers, tissues, and other small things that can easily accumulate and make your car feel cluttered. Each one has a push-top lid that’s easy to open and keeps things secure no matter how many bumps in the road you may hit. Discreet and minimalist, they’re a great way to actually keep your car clean.

Delight yourself and your passengers by adding this unexpected stained glass film onto the sunroof of your car. It applies with just water and static cling so it doesn’t leave any unwanted goo behind. Once in place, it reflects a rainbow of light around the car to make the whole space feel more elevated and exciting. Another great use? It actually blocks UV rays to protect your interior from fading from too much sun exposure.

If you hate the feeling of a cold steering wheel in the winter or a hot one in the summer, this fluffy cover might just change your life. It has ultra-soft sides with a faux leather accent that feels high-end and expensive. Better yet, it also helps maintain a more comfortable temperature for your hands since it won’t absorb as much heat and cold as the leather beneath it. It has a nonslip backing so it stays in place while you’re making those wide turns and it stretches to a snug fit around the wheel for a custom look.

This net installs in minutes between the driver’s and passenger’s seats, giving you a go-to spot to keep your purse so it’s close at hand while also acting as a barrier to stop it from falling if you stop unexpectedly short. Not only that, but the net’s pocket can also be used to store snacks and other road trip essentials. It even works to keep pets from making their way into the front seat while you’re driving, too.

If you like to power up while you’re driving, you need this car charger. It has built-in USB-C and Lightning cables that expand up to 31 inches — long enough to be used in the back seat. But the best part is that when you’re not using them, the cords retract back into the base, saving you space and preventing your car from becoming a tangled mess of wires and cables.

These faux leather hooks are the most stylish way to give yourself more hanging storage in your car. They mount to the headrest supports and feature two golden, hammered metal hooks that can hold your purse, groceries, umbrellas — you name it. While each one can hold up to 55 pounds, they also double as phone rests for back seat riders.

If your goal is to keep your car clean, this gooey gel makes it so much easier (and weirdly more fun). It has a sticky texture that’s malleable and conforms to the shape of all the nooks and crannies of your car — think: cupholders, air vents, door compartments, console buttons, and so much more. All the crumbs, dirt, dust, and hair sticks onto the cleaning putty’s surface so you can pull it out and leave your car cleaner than ever.

If you love the relaxed feeling you get in nature and want to bring that energy into your car, too — especially when you’re sitting in loads of traffic — you need to check out this propagation vase. The wooden base clamps onto the air vent and comes with a small glass tube that can hold single-stem flowers, plant cuttings, small blossoms, and more. You can watch the roots grow in water while adding some calming vibes to your ride.

These faux leather holders clip onto your sun visor, giving you an easy-access spot to keep your glasses or sunnies while you’re driving. They’re really low profile so they won’t obstruct your vision, and they hold on to the arms of your glasses gently to prevent scratches or other damage. And since they come in a bunch of different colors, you can match your car’s interior for a built-in look, or add a pop of fun color with a contrasting shade.

If you like having a tissue box close by but hate how inconvenient the square design can be in a car, these cylindrical containers are for you. They hold up to 50 tissues and actually fit in the center console cupholder or the slot in the door so you have easy access. The set of four also comes in chic colors and patterns, so they feel just as decorative as they do functional.

This windshield cleaner is about the easiest thing you can get for your car to keep fog and condensation at bay. It can be used wet or dry without any cleaning fluids to make your windows look like you just got a professional car wash. It has an extra-soft exterior so you don’t have to worry about it scratching your glass, and the compact design makes it easy to store in the glove compartment between uses.

These sheepskin covers wrap around your seat belt to make the edge that rubs against your neck so much more comfortable. They’re buttery soft and skin-friendly because they’re made of 100% Australian sheepskin wool that’s fluffy and temperature regulating. Plus, they come in so many colors so you can add some personality to your car with a bright pink or make things more subtle with a neutral hue that matches your interior.

This kit comes with everything you need to make your headlights shine. The wipes remove oxidation, the sanding discs prepare your headlights for polish, and the ceramic coating makes them look as good as the day you got them. With just three steps, you’ll get glistening, UV-protected headlights without any power tools or heavy work on your end.

Your car can smell just as good as your home thanks to this waterless diffuser. It fits right into the center cupholder and has three misting settings — just add your favorite essential oil. It even has built-in timers that automatically turn off after one, three, or six hours so you can prep the car before you get in it, or refresh it after you get out.

Your car seat is about to get so much more comfortable with this memory foam cushion. It has a really low-profile design and comes in multiple colorways to match your interior, allowing it to blend right in for a cushier commute that’s also easy on the eyes. It buckles into the car and has a nonslip silicone bottom so it stays put all drive long, too.

“Don’t know how I drove without it in this Texas sun!” one reviewer wrote of this sun visor. It attaches to the car’s visor and gives you a polarized, glare-free view that blocks reflected light and UV rays to make driving toward the sun more comfortable. Plus when you don’t need it, it retracts into the base and sits flush between the roof and the visor for easy storage.

If you often find you WFH in the car — aka, WFC — this steering wheel tray makes it so much more enjoyable and convenient. It clips directly to the steering wheel without any tools or hardware. Once in place, it creates a waterproof workspace for your laptop, notebook, coffee, mouse, and other essentials. You can also use it as a dining table on long road trips.

If you’ve ever lost your phone, sunglasses, keys, or lipstick to the black hole that is the space between your seat and the center console, you’re not alone. That’s why these gap fillers were invented. They slip snugly into that space to not only prevent things from falling down there, but also to give you a compartment to store your loose items while keeping them close at hand.

This 12-inch-wide rearview mirror sits on top of your existing one to give you a much larger field of vision while you’re driving. “The visibility you gain from installing this is insane,” one reviewer wrote. “It basically doubles your rear view and drastically lessens your blind spots. Installation is very easy and universal to basically all cars.” It installs in just seconds and is also a really convenient way to check in on all the passengers in the back seat.

If you eat in your car, you need these dip holders. They clip directly to your air vent to hold sauces from most major fast food chains at an easily accessible angle. This way, you can dip fries, nuggets, and more without spilling all over your car. Plus they come with food-safe ceramic ramekins that you can pour any other dip into, so even squeeze packets become less messy. They fit round, rectangular, and square sauces.

Elevate your car glam time when you cover your existing visor mirror with this vanity mirror. It has a perimeter of LED lights with three color temperatures and easy dimming to give you the perfect lighting for your on-the-go makeup routine. It charges really conveniently via USB and can work for up to eight hours at a time. “Bougie with a great price point,” one reviewer wrote. “It works great and I really like the light settings.”

The powers that be have finally come up with a solution for those big water bottles that never fit inside a standard car cupholder: this expander. It secures into the existing cupholder, offering an elevated space that’s big enough to store up to 40-ounce water bottles. It can even be mounted in the center or offset so you have access to the second cupholder of the pair.

Talk about a brilliant hack: These tiny wildlife whistles install on the front grille or bumper and, when your car is going faster than 35 miles per hour, let off ultrasonic sound waves designed to alert nearby animals. This way, they’re more likely to abandon the roadway and let you get by without a scratch. They’re calibrated to animal ears, not human, so you won’t even hear them when they’re working.

This mirror ornament hangs from your rearview mirror and has no other purpose in the car than to make you smile and add some personality to the space. With a woven crochet design, the hanging ornament features two adorable flowers and two strawberries. “My favorite car accessory,” one reviewer raved. “It’s so cuteee. I’ve had it for a couple months now and I’m still obsessed.” Plus, you can adjust the tie so when it’s hanging, it doesn’t block any of your view.

These rubber coasters fit neatly inside your car’s cupholders to keep the area easy to clean in case of any accidental spills, drips, or gooey residue. They have a nonslip rubber design and they’re simple to remove and scrub to keep your space looking and feeling neat and tidy. Plus, they can be used underneath hot or cold beverages without worry.

If you want to create a fun vibe in your car, these strip lights will help you get there. First things first: The lights connect to an app to give you 16 million colors to choose from. Yep, that’s right — 16 million. But the customization doesn’t stop there, since the lights can sync to your music or generate a color palette that perfectly matches any picture in your photo library. Just stick them in place with the included adhesive.

This cleaner tool has a long handle and a triangular-shaped head so you can easily reach those hard-to-clean spots, like the bottom and the corners of your windshield. The handle expands to three different lengths and the microfiber cloth is super absorbent to clean without leaving any annoying streaks behind. It even comes with a spray bottle to keep your cleaning solution nearby so you can touch up the windshield before it becomes a deep-clean situation.

If you’re looking to add more bougie personality to your car, these vent strips are a really low-effort, high-reward situation. They come in dozens of colors and can be cut to size so that when they’re installed, the finished product looks like something you custom designed with the dealership. They’re bendable and flexible so they can fit all kinds of vent shapes and sizes.

Who knew that even your tires can be a display of personality with these lug nut covers? They come in a few different colors — from neutral black and white to bright pink and orange — and install in minutes to add a pop of color to your tires. Because, why not? “They stay securely in place even after driving in harsh weather conditions,” one reviewer wrote. “What really impressed me was the included deluxe extractor tool, which makes removal quick and hassle-free when needed.”

These tiny heart-shaped mirrors stick to your side-view mirrors to help reduce your blind spots for a clearer view when you’re on the road. They use sturdy adhesive to install in minutes and they’re affixed to a small arm so you can adjust the angle to get the widest view, depending on who’s driving. Plus the little heart-shaped design is simply adorable and adds a little personality that’s still 100% functional.

The easiest way to keep your car tidy is with this portable vacuum because the mini design is so easy to handle and store between uses. It comes with two different attachments — a crevice tool and a dust brush — that can help you clean all over your car, from the seats to the floor to inside the cupholders. It charges via USB and can clean for up to 25 minutes straight on a single charge.

It’s hard to keep your car clean, especially when pets are involved. That’s where this car seat cover comes in. It’s designed to completely cover the back seat plus the backs of the front seats — all of it. This way, your pet’s fur, scratching, and any accidents are easier to deal with. It can be cleaned with lint rollers, a vacuum, or wiped down with a towel. Additionally, you can even put the whole thing in the washing machine when it needs a deeper clean.

Whether you’re running an errand or on a long road trip, these pillows make the whole experience so much more comfortable (and fun). They each clip around the headrest to give you buttery soft support for your head and neck while you’re on the road. Plus, the bow-shaped design is absolutely adorable — like the entire car is a little gift you get to open up every single day.

These itty-bitty soot sprite figurines are the perfect way to decorate your dashboard or rearview mirror, giving you something to smile about every time you turn on the car. They have giant eyes, like they’re looking up at you amazed you’re able to control your temper after being stuck in traffic for two hours. They mount with adhesive tape that keeps them secure but is also really easy to remove and reapply without leaving any sticky residue behind.

“This stuff works and looks amazing,” one reviewer wrote of this tinted headlight film. “No bubbles, dry install, [...] and final results are professional, even for you DIY guys out there.” It has a high-gloss finish with a medium-to-light tint and a holographic effect that adds an extra fun touch. The vinyl formula is thick enough to stretch and form to fit your headlights like it’s custom without any curling or shrinking from use.

Keep your phone easily accessible while you’re driving with this cell phone holder. It can be mounted securely to the dashboard or windshield with a built-in suction cup, or it can be affixed to the air vent with the attachable clip. The width expands to fit the size of most phones without damage. Plus, it has some heavy duty specs: It can hold up to 96 pounds and it’s resistant to heat and cold so it stays in place even through extreme temperatures.

Rubber mats are a must-have if you want to keep your car clean with very little effort. These are designed for the front and back seats, with ridges and grooves that collect water, mud, dirt, and other debris to keep it from getting all over your car. The high-quality rubber resists cracking and warping and can be hosed down when you want to freshen them up. And since they come in a bunch of colors, you can match them to your interior to look like a totally seamless addition to your car.

Keep your essential car documents at hand with this hanging folder. It has compartments that are perfect for storing laptops and tablets, notepads, registration information, and so much more. Plus, the outer pockets are great for snacks, pens, sunglasses — you name it. The whole thing hangs around a seat’s headrest so it doesn’t take up any additional floor space. On top of that, the material is waterproof so you can easily clean it without fuss.

If you’re always looking to make your car feel more personalized, this adorable floral ignition button cover is a great way to start. Not only is the flower figurine small and adorable, but it also feels so unexpected that it’s guaranteed to make an impression on your passengers. It’s less than 1 inch high so it doesn’t get in the way and the low-profile design means it’s safe for long nails. The contrasting colors also make the whole thing feel expensive.

If you’re the kind of person who always has a lip balm in every coat, pocket, or purse, check out these holders. They can be mounted to the door, the dashboard, or anywhere else in your car to give you the perfect go-to spot for storing your lip balm and lipstick discreetly. It has a slightly oversized design so it can fit almost all tube sizes, and the adhesive-backed design is easy to apply and reposition without sticky residue.

Talk about hacks — did you know that there are portable air compressors that allow you to check your tire’s pressure and inflate it literally anywhere? It’s a total necessity in case of emergency. The digital screen shows you pressure levels in real time and, according to the brand, it can pump up a standard tire from 30 to 36 PSI in just a minute. A single charge has enough power to inflate two tires. Better yet, it comes with multiple interchangeable nozzles for cars, bikes, and more.

Who says you can’t have fun while you’re on the road? With this car disco ball, you can turn your commute or road trip into part of the destination. Place it on the floor or use the adhesive to put it on the ceiling to give you the most fun, disco-like experience in just seconds. It has a ton of colorful lights inside and features multiple lighting modes and patterns — including one that syncs with your music — to transform your car ride into a party.

Reviewers are obsessed with this car coin holder because of how convenient it makes it to have loose change around. “It's so nice to have my change in this organized manner,” one reviewer wrote. Whether you’re at a toll, headed to the laundromat, or feeding a meter, it’s easy to find the change you need in seconds. It has four compartments designed to separate and store pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters with a spring-loaded center that dispenses one of each coin at a time.

With a microfiber construction and a convenient pocket for your hand, these screen cleaners instantly remove streaks, smudges, fingerprints, and dust from your car’s display to make sure you can always see your map and playlist. Because it’s ultra soft, it doesn’t leave any lint behind and you don’t have to worry about it scratching the screen. Plus, when you’re done, you can wash and reuse it over and over again.

Shield your precious paint job from scratches and scrapes with these door handle protectors. They’re basically invisible in the hollowed-out area behind your door handle — which can get ruined quickly because of how often it’s touched. They’re made of super-thick, flexible material that bends to conform to the shape of the car with a self-adhesive that applies quickly and securely. You can also remove them easily without peeling any paint off itself.

These back seat fans feature three adjustable speeds so everyone can control their own climate and you’re not constantly switching the air conditioning on and off (and on and off) for them. They clip onto your headrest’s metal base and each of the two fans can be angled in different directions and set to different speeds. They even have two built in LED lights to softly illuminate the space without disturbing the driver at night.

If you want to add stickers or badges to your windows or bumpers, these sticker shields are a must-have. Instead of putting the sticker directly onto your car, you apply it to this film instead. Cut the film to the perfect size and it can stick to your window in a way that makes it ultra easy to peel off, transfer, and reapply anywhere without leaving sticky residue behind. The specially designed adhesive ensures your sticker won’t bend or curl with sun exposure, either.

If everything from emergency tools to sports equipment to pet necessities is always rolling around in your trunk, you need to check out this organizer. It has three adjustable internal compartments for all your big things — soccer balls, spare tire tools, snacks — as well as two outer pockets and four mesh pouches for little things. It’s collapsable to two different sizes and it can be completely folded to just 3.5 inches wide to easily store when you’re not using it.

Keep the leather inside your car looking brand spankin’ new with this cleaner spray that reviewers are obsessed with. “I used this on my real leather seats, it brought them back to life,” one reviewer raved. “This cleaner got years and years of dirt off my seat.” The formula is fragrance free and works on leather, vinyl, faux leather, and more. It gently removes dirt, oil, stains, and grime, without damaging the leather underneath, leaving you with a good-as-new shine you’ll be proud of.

This nonslip rubber pad can be placed on the dashboard to hold your phone, keys, sunglasses or other small items that you want to keep close at hand. The fine grid texture on the surface adds a ton of friction, preventing the objects from falling, slipping, or sliding around no matter how many speed bumps you hit. And don’t worry, it’s resistant to high temperatures, waterproof, super durable, and easy to clean.