Car expert Lee Caroline warns that being distracted by a spider while driving can lead to hefty fines or worse. To avoid this, placing lemon peels on the dashboard or floor helps repel spiders, as they dislike the strong citrus smell. Homemade sprays made by soaking lemon peels in boiling water with essential oils like peppermint or tea tree can also be used inside vehicles.
Other scents that spiders avoid include orange, lime, cinnamon, and peppermint. Keeping the car clean inside and out is important since spiders are attracted to insects, which feed on leftover food scraps and trash. Cleaning air vents and checking for gaps in window seals can reduce spider entry points.
If a spider enters the vehicle while driving, drivers should stay calm, keep control, and safely pull over before removing it. Using natural aromas like lemon peels and maintaining cleanliness are simple but effective ways to keep spiders out and avoid potentially dangerous distractions behind the wheel.
