{"id":99992,"date":"2024-01-16T15:38:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T23:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=99992"},"modified":"2024-01-16T15:38:02","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T23:38:02","slug":"filtering-the-unseen-protecting-yourself-from-tire-particle-pollution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/filtering-the-unseen-protecting-yourself-from-tire-particle-pollution\/","title":{"rendered":"Filtering the Unseen: Protecting Yourself from Tire Particle Pollution"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_014877-25{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_014877-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_014877-25 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-36906d  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-a6a7c7\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_df302e-c9\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_df302e-c9\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_df302e-c9\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_df302e-c9 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_df302e-c9\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cabin air filters play a vital role in our vehicles, purifying the air we breathe during our drives and protecting our health.<\/li><li>Typically located behind the glove box, cabin air filters are designed to capture dirt, dust, pollen, and other airborne particles.<\/li><li>Cabin air filters come in various types. Some have activated carbon that helps eliminate odor, while others are made to trap particles as little as 2.5 micrometers.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You are breathing car tire ultrafine particles EVERY DAY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those passionate about cars, there&rsquo;s a key aspect of vehicle maintenance that often goes unnoticed: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/cabin-air-filter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cabin air filters\">cabin air filters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These components play a vital role in our vehicles, purifying the air we breathe during our drives and protecting our health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to recent studies, car tires can produce more than 1 trillion ultrafine particles for each kilometer driven, with used tires producing 36 milligrams of particles per kilometer, which is 1,850 times higher than the average from exhausts, which is 0.02 milligrams per kilometer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guess where some of the particles might end up&hellip; in your lungs! Without the proper cabin air filter, you could be breathing more contaminated air than you ever imagined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 1970s, the Saab 900 and Rambler were some of the earliest models that had a standard cabin air filter. At the time, the filter was primarily designed to trap pollen and dust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>European luxury cars like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/bmw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"BMW\">BMW<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/mercedes-benz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mercedes-Benz\">Mercedes-Benz<\/a> followed the air filter trend in the 80&rsquo;s, both fitted with filters from German manufacturer Freudenberg NOK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1990, the Oppel Astra was recognized as the first mass market car that standardized cabin air filters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Automakers later saw the need to improve the capabilities of cabin air filters to protect drivers and passengers from harmful pollutants and emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1991, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class became the first model to sport an air filter with activated carbon, which also helped remove unpleasant odors from the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More improvements for air filters followed suit, including versions that had anti-allergy benefits and those that offered protection against organic compounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Would You Prefer Watching the Interview? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/filtered-air-healthier-journeys-cabin-air-filter-insights-from-mahle-live-at-sema-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Click Here\">Click Here<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Cabin Air Filters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid routine maintenance tasks, cabin air filters can be easily overlooked. However, they are essential for maintaining high air quality inside your car, especially for individuals with allergies or respiratory conditions. Beyond health benefits, they also help keep your car&rsquo;s interior odor-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cabin air filters serve as the respiratory system of your car. Typically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-cabin-air-filter-located\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"located behind the glove box\">located behind the glove box<\/a>, they are designed to capture dirt, dust, pollen, and other airborne particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These filters act as a defensive line, safeguarding you from the myriad of micro-particles encountered on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Variety of Filters for Every Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a range of cabin air filters to match your specific requirements. From simple paper filters that trap dust and pollen, to advanced charcoal filters for odor control. For those seeking comprehensive protection, premium filters also combat bacteria and allergens &ndash; perfect for ensuring clean air inside your car all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Particulate Air Filter: Extra Layers Equals Extra Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-1024x602.jpg\" alt=\"mahle particulate cabin air filter\" class=\"wp-image-99995\" width=\"1024\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-1536x904.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter-150x88.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-particulate-cabin-air-filter.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>A particulate air filter typically has five layers that create a barrier between ambient air and the cabin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to the standard cabin filter, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/cabin-air-filter?&amp;itemsperpage=15&amp;refinements%5Bbrand%5D=Mahle&amp;refinements%5Bpart%5D=Cabin_Air_Filter&amp;refinements%5Btype%5D=Particulate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"particulate air filter\">particulate air filter<\/a> comes with a set of extra layers that trap fine airborne particulates from combustion emissions, organic compounds, smokestacks, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A particulate air filter typically has five layers that create a barrier between ambient air and the cabin. These are the high-performance particulate filter, molecular, engineered activated carbon, biofunctional, and protective layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A particulate air filter can trap contaminants that are 2.5 micrometers in size while protecting the cabin from mold spores, bacteria, allergens, harmful gases, and unpleasant odors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Charcoal Air Filter: Cleanest Air Made Possible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-1024x602.jpg\" alt=\"mahle charcoal cabin air filters\" class=\"wp-image-99996\" width=\"1024\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-1536x904.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters-150x88.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mahle-charcoal-cabin-air-filters.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>A cabin air filter with activated carbon can remove harmful exhaust fumes and pollutants, as well as contaminants with high ozone concentrations and unpleasant smells.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/cabin-air-filter?&amp;itemsperpage=15&amp;refinements%5Bbrand%5D=Mahle&amp;refinements%5Bpart%5D=Cabin_Air_Filter&amp;refinements%5Btype%5D=Charcoal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Charcoal air filters\">Charcoal air filters<\/a> are those that have activated carbon elements integrated into their non-woven materials. This type of filter is made via heat processing, eliminating the need for solvent-containing glues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A cabin air filter with activated carbon can remove harmful exhaust fumes and pollutants, as well as contaminants with high ozone concentrations and unpleasant smells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activated carbon filters make a great alternative to conventional filters, but their compatibility heavily relies on vehicle specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cabin Air Filter Essential FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintenance Schedule for Cabin Air Filters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A common question is, &ldquo;How frequently should I change my cabin air filter?&rdquo; Ideally, this should be done twice a year. It&rsquo;s a straightforward, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-change-a-cabin-air-filter-a-step-by-step-diy-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"budget-friendly task\">budget-friendly task<\/a> that you can comfortably handle at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health Benefits: More Than Just Clean Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving releases microscopic particles from tires and brakes into the air, which can infiltrate your vehicle. Quality cabin air filters act as a barrier against these pollutants. This is particularly crucial in heavily polluted areas or during events like wildfires, significantly impacting the air quality inside your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interesting Finds in Cabin Air Filters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Routine inspections of cabin air filters can reveal surprising elements &ndash; from natural debris like leaves and insects to unexpected critters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY or Professional Replacement?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&rsquo;re a DIY enthusiast or prefer professional assistance, replacing your cabin air filter is a manageable task for everyone. It&rsquo;s a great way to get acquainted with your car and understand its maintenance needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cabin air filters are more than just a maintenance item; they are integral to the health and comfort of your vehicle&rsquo;s occupants. As you manage your car&rsquo;s upkeep, don&rsquo;t forget to give your cabin air filter the attention it deserves. After all, a well-maintained car leads to a more enjoyable and healthier driving experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drive safely and enjoy the journey with peace of mind, knowing your cabin air filter is up to the task!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>You are breathing car tire ultrafine particles EVERY DAY. 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