Cleaner, fresher air is important to everyone these days and here in 2022 just about every new vehicle is rolling off the assembly line with a cabin air filter. They’re everywhere– with a variety of unique options to choose from in the aftermarket. Since their inception in the European market 30 or so years ago,…
Every breath you take in the car this summer without the protection of a clean, high-quality cabin air filter, puts your respiratory health in jeopardy. It’s been a strange Summer, weather-wise, here in the northeastern US. Everything began beautifully in June with comfortable temperatures and plenty of sunshine, but quickly devolved into an uncharacteristically cool and rainy July. The rain has finally given way to some sunshine and the heat we’re accustomed to, and many would love to be outside enjoying what’s left of the summer. Unfortunately, there’s a big problem in the air and on the horizon – literally.
If 2020 has taught us anything, it should be to prioritize the safety and health of our most essential workforce. No, I’m not talking about all of the brave nurses and doctors battling on the front lines of the COVID19 pandemic. I’m not talking about our amazing first responders in law enforcement, EMTs or firefighters….
Welcome to 2020! We’ve just kicked off a brand-new decade and for many of us in North America, that means driving around in frigid temperatures – sometimes during extreme inclement weather. If you’re like most people, you haven’t given much thought to the impact that driving in cold or hot climates can have on a…
Last weekend, we all gained an hour of sleep by setting clocks back one hour to conclude the daylight-saving time period for 2019. And, at ECOGARD we always say that the beginning and end of daylight-saving time are good times to consider changing a car’s cabin air filter. Unfortunately, many people don’t act on this…
If you’re a professional installer in 2019, you probably can’t help but feel a little anxious about the long-term viability of your business when everyone is talking about electric vehicles (EV’s) taking over in the not so distant future. Make no mistake – battery-powered EV’s will play a significant role in powering the cars and…
One of the most important systems in your car is the one that regulates cabin climate. It’s called a climate control system and every car has one. Some climate control systems are more advanced than others, but they all play a significant role in how comfortable driver and passengers are when traveling. If the climate…
High Efficiency and High Airflow The best cabin air filter for use when driving in all climates is going to be a filter that offers exceptional filtering ability (often referred to as efficiency) while not being so obstructive that it dramatically impedes the flow of air through the car’s climate control system. Today’s vehicles feature…
A heavy-duty cabin air filter is the only barrier between the dirty outside air and the occupants of a truck’s cabin. No one wants to breathe dirty, smelly, and potentially harmful air. However, most long-distance drivers don’t realize just how bad the air quality in the cabin is due to cabin air filter neglect. For…
The search for a new car or truck can be a stressful experience. After all, it is a big purchase for many people and it’s a decision that most of us have to live with for at least a few years. Taking care of that nice new ride shouldn’t stress anyone out though. Sadly, that’s…