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Why Your Car Smells Like Mildew and How to Stop It

How to Clean Mildew From Your Car’s AC Evaporator Quick Summary If your car smells like mold, mildew, wet socks, or a locker room every time you turn on the AC, the problem is almost always condensation moisture trapped in your car’s air-conditioning evaporator. Over time, mold, mildew, bacteria, and biofilm grows on the evaporator fins, creating that unpleasant odor. The good news? The smell can usually be eliminated without expensive repairs. • The most common cause of a mold smell is microbial growth on the AC evaporator core. • … Read More