Moving Violations

I recently organized a sales person who spends a lot of time in her car and has to have a lot of information handy as she is out making calls. After organizing her office we went to her car and set up mobile systems that she could easily transport back and forth between car and office. Here are some tips to help you keep the clutter from overtaking your car space.

1. Keep some plastic bags in the car. You can store them under the seat in a paper towel tube. 2. Only keep important car-related papers in the glove compartment, such as owner's manual, maintenance register, etc. Also include a flashlight, disposable camera (in case of accident), tire gauge, car registration, and proof of insurance.

3. As you are getting out of your car at the end of every day, collect everything that needs to go in and dispose of the trash.

4. My friend keeps a crate and a thermal bag in her trunk at all times. That way she can keep things from the grocery store cold until she gets home. She uses the crate to keep things from rolling around in her trunk while she is running errands.

5. If you have young children, it's a good idea to bring along things to keep them occupied while you're out. Crayons, coloring book, books to read, travel games can all be stored in over the seat organizers.

6. I like to have a "waiting bag" with me. It holds magazines and other items I want to read. When I'm somewhere I have to wait (such as the dentist's office), I can catch up on my reading.

7. Have an emergency car kit in your trunk. Some items for this include battery powered radio, first aid kit, blanket, jumper cables, fire extinguisher, matches, and flares.

There's no reason the inside of your car can't be as organized and support your lifestyle the same way your home does. Happy motoring!