No one likes riding around in a messy car, but did you know that organizing and decluttering can also improve your mental health? It’s true! Studies show that being in an organized space reduces stress, gives you more energy, and improves people’s relationships. It can even help you make healthier eating choices and workout more too!

So if you’re ready to get your vehicle tidy, here are 3 tips and tricks to organize your car:

1. Use a plastic cereal container with a lid as a trashcan. The lid will help keep trash contained and avoid spills. Line the container with a grocery bag so that you can easily throw away your trash each time you get gas.
2. Use an empty tissue box to store grocery bags. You never know when you might need a couple disposable bags. You can use the bags for trash, for carrying items, or you might even use them to put your muddy shoes in to protect your car mats.
3. Keep your kids’ stuff organized. A dollar store hanging travel toiletry bag is a great way to do this. It can hang behind your seat to corral all of your kids’ stuff together. That way they can easily access their toys, books, or whatever else they need to stay entertained in the car, and it can all be tucked neatly away when not in use.

But what if the junk problem is your car itself? Well then come on down to U-Wrench-It to find the auto parts to fix your car. Or if it’s beyond repair, you can easily sell your car to us!

Many basic vehicle repairs are a lot easier than most people think. With a little time and some parts from U Wrench It, there are lots of easy vehicle upkeep tasks and repairs you can do yourself to save money!

Here are just a few simple car repairs you can do to save money:

Fix An Exterior Coolant Leak

If you notice antifreeze (generally this will be a green liquid but it may also be yellow or orange) pooling under your car, you have a coolant leak. If you’re lucky, this will be an exterior leak. Pop your hood right after stopping the car and look for antifreeze escaping from a cracked hose. If you find a cracked hose, all you have to do is unclamp the hose and swap it out with one of ours.

Replace Your Car’s Brake Pads

If you hear squealing when you hit the brakes, that means it’s time to replace your pads. This is an easy replacement that you can probably knock out in a few hours. Replace them sooner rather than later to avoid damaging your rotor. Replacing rotors is also something you can do yourself, but it’s more difficult than just fixing the pads.

Replace a Battery or Alternator

If your car won’t start and your electronics aren’t turning on, you probably either have a bad battery or alternator. Swapping in another battery is very easy. While installing a new alternator is slightly more complicated, it’s something most novice mechanics should be able to take care of without too much worry.

Check out our inventory now or give us a call us at 770-448-6485 to see if we have the part you need in stock. You can also sign up for our monthly car buying email to stay up on the newest additions to our inventory!

Changing your oil every three to five thousand miles is essential to keeping your car in good shape. But, did you know that used motor oil is reusable? Of course, it must go through a refining and reconditioning process, but after that, it can be reused! So, before you throw it out, discover how to recycle your motor oil.

Recycling Your Motor Oil

When you’re changing your oil, make sure you capture your used oil in a container that has not been contaminated by another product such as antifreeze, paint, or chemicals. (A great container to use is the original motor oil can.) Once the container has been sealed tightly, take it to an authorized facility near you. The repurposing of motor oil isn’t confined to only vehicles. The used oil you collect from your boat, motorcycle, or farming equipment can be refined and reused, too. Also, don’t throw out your oil filter. An oil filter is made from paper, plastic, and steel – three recyclable products!

Why Recycling Your Motor Oil is Important

It may be tempting to throw the oil in the trash or dump it down the drain. But, please don’t! According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “used oil from one oil change has the power to contaminate one million gallons of water.” (One million gallons – yikes!) By choosing to recycle your motor oil instead of throwing it out, you are contributing greatly to the health of the environment.

Whether you are looking to sell your car or for a certain car part, U Wrench It can help. Contact us today with your questions!