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Motor 1
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘I'm Absolutely Doing This:' Arizona Man Shares Little-Known Sunroof Trick to Stay Cool. Then He Slides It Open to Show Off
How can you beat the heat this summer? According to one driver, if you have a sunroof in your car, all you need is a roll of aluminum foil or a sunshade. TikTok user @ilovemegapixels shared a quick car hack that's catching attention online. 'A little tip for ya,' he said in a video, before sliding open his sunroof to reveal what looked like a foil sunshade tucked inside. The goal? Blocking out the sun and keeping your car from turning into an oven. 'Makes a HUGE difference,' he said in the text overlay of his clip, adding in the comments he's used the trick on multiple cars with great results. As of Saturday, the clip had racked up more than 253,900 views. Is This Legit? It appears to be—and it's not just sunroofs where foil can help block the sun. According to at least one woman on Facebook, the hack works for home windows too. Another blogger DIY-ed an insulated panel for his car's glass roof, similar to @ilovemegapixels. Living in Arizona, where summer temps can hit 115 degrees Fahrenheit, he said his homemade insulator made a dramatic difference. 'I basically put foil home insulation I had lying around from a project and a small ironing mat,' he wrote. 'You can't see the foil backing from the outside of the car. I just take it down when summer's over and use the factory fabric cover.' According to him, the results were clear: 'When I did a before and after with my infrared thermometer, it dropped the temp on the inside roof like 30 degrees. Just much more pleasant to drive in the summer. I'm personally not a fan of glass roofs.' How Does This Sunroof Foil Hack Work? Aluminum foil does reflect a significant amount of sunlight, which can help lower interior temperatures. Placing it over a sunroof can reduce heat buildup inside a car and slow down how much heat enters overall. That said, it's not as effective as a proper sunshade and may carry some risks—like theft or vandalism—especially if the windows are left slightly cracked. Another option, according to Garage Living , is a windshield sunshade. They're less discreet, often folding up in awkward accordion-style panels and featuring that unmistakable reflective foil finish. But they work. Some high-end shades even use heat-absorbing materials designed to block thermal and ultraviolet rays more efficiently. If you've got the budget— and your state allows it —tinted windows are also worth considering. A quality tint can block a good chunk of UV rays and help keep the cabin cooler. And if you don't want to spend anything, you can always crack the windows to let heat escape. Just know it comes with the obvious downside: Someone could break in. If you go this route, be smart about it. Park your car in visible, well-trafficked areas or near security cameras to lower the risk. But if you're looking to try something simple, cheap, and maybe even fun? Head to Amazon or Home Depot, grab some sturdy foil, and see if @ilovemegapixels's trick works for you. Viewers Applaud the Driver's Ingenuity Many drivers who watched @ilovemegapixels's video said they live in states that get brutally hot in the summer, and couldn't wait to try the hack themselves. One woman said, 'I live in Texas! I will try ANYTHING!!!!!!!!' 'Thank you! From, an Arizonian,' another added. 'Much appreciated - I'll try that,' a third chimed in. One commenter said they'd never considered using adhesive aluminum foil on their sunroof, but were eager to give it a shot: 'Will have to see if I can find one that will fit or cut to fit.' Of course, not everyone was convinced. 'Can cause glass to break,' one TikTok user warned. 'Be careful.' 'Wonder if that would explode the glass with all that reflective heat,' another said. 'Foam insulation is better.' To the skeptics, @ilovemegapixels stood firm. 'Been using it for years,' he replied to one. And to another, he said, 'All the glass on cars is tempered and treated for heat - it doesn't just explode. Been doing this on multiple cars for 10 years with no issue.' Motor1 has reached out to @ilovemegapixels via a TikTok comment. We'll update this article when we hear back. Now Trending Mechanic Says These Redesigned Lugnuts Are the 'Worst Thing' Automakers Have Done. Then He Shows Why 'Can't Unsee It:' Why Are Drivers Flipping Their Ford Logos Around? Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
'I'm Convinced:' Driver Tries Hack to Get Scuffs Off Your Paint. All You Need Is Comet, Water, and a Rag
This scuff-removing hack is going viral on TikTok. But is it really worth risking your paint job? Everyone loves a good, cheap car hack—especially when it uses items you might already have lying around. Getting a scratch professionally buffed out of your car varies widely. It can cost anywhere from $50 to upwards of $1,500 , depending on the severity of the scratch, your detailer's expertise, and the sort of paint you have underneath. It's no wonder a person might turn to a more cost-effective solution. What Is the Viral Scuff-Removing Hack, and Does It Really Work? Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . In a viral video with more than 1.9 million views, content creator Laiya (@ shared the cheap and easy way you can remove a scratch mark on your car. In the video, Laiya showed that her red Ford Fusion had minor white scratch marks from a hit and run she was the victim of. She planned to get the marks off with a simple combo: Comet cleaning powder, a rag, and a bit of water. 'Let's see if this [expletive] will work,' Laiya said. She added a bit of water and powder to her rag and started to rub the mix on the front of her car. To her surprise, the scratches seemed to go away in an instant. But it also started to peel a bit of her paint off, so Laiya quickly reversed course and washed the mix off. 'I think this works,' Laiya said, smiling. 'This hack actually [expletive] works. Wow.' Did It Work Long-Term? Laiya had some doubters who accused her of faking the results with editing tricks or said she lied about them being scratch marks when it was just something removable like dried bugs or bird poop. She assured her audience that these were real scratches from a hit-and-run. In a follow-up video, Laiya showed that the results held up after two days. While the hack seemed to work beautifully, after it fully dried, the scratches were still there. 'Should you guys try this hack on your cars? No. Apparently, there are actual products to take out scratches in paint,' Laiya said. 'I think you guys should use those which are approved by actual detailers than trying a hack on TikTok like I did.' What Do the Experts Say? 'It's not for cars with clear coats as it will scratch them and make the paint all dull and hazy. It's the down and dirty way of removing oxidation,' a member of a car forum explained of the so-called Comet hack. There's a reason buffing comes with a higher price point. The buffing process simultaneously removes the scratch while polishing and cleaning your car underneath. This restores the car's original glossiness and can help maintain its resale value. Trending Now Toyota's New Blue Paint Is Awesome, But It's Only for a Few Models 'Big Gap Here:' Man Buys Hyundai Elantra. Then He Realizes Newer Models All Have This Design Flaw That Leads To Rust Commenters React 'Be careful it might look great, but you are scratching the clear coat off your car that actually protects the paint from peeling DONT DO THIS!!' a top comment reads. 'I feel like that would make it worse cause it's basically liquid sandpaper,' a person pointed out. 'Girl you're BRAVE. Comet is abrasive as a cleaner this scared me,' another wrote. Motor1 reached out to Laiya for comment via TikTok direct message and Comet via email. We'll update this post if either responds. More From Motor1 Even Porsche Sales Are Down in 2025 Woman Walks Up to a Brand-New Ford Lariat. Then She Learns it has a New 'Luxury' Feature The C8 Corvette Has a New Color: Green Toyota: Tariffs Will Lead to Higher Prices, Fewer Sales, Pricier Repairs Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
