We take driving for granted, don’t we? The morning commute is a killer, but what’s worse is the amount of money it costs to keep the thing running. And the word 'exorbitant' doesn’t even come close to describing the maintenance costs, especially at manufacturer outlets. But the geniuses of the internet have got you covered. These life hacks for cars will sort you out!

1. When you’re stuck in mud

Just tie a 4 x 2 plank to the car tyre using a rope and you’ll be out of the slush in no time.

2. Sleep in your car

This one is for when the girlfriend has kicked you out of the house.

3. Push start the car

A dead battery is not what you want, but a friend muscular and/or willing enough to push your car is all you need to get out of soup.

4. Get rid of the cigarette smell

Being a chimney is great, but not everybody is keen on a cancer binge in your car.

5. Fixing a punctured tyre

You won’t believe how simple fixing a puncture on a tyre really is. Just refill the fixed tyre next time you’re at a petrol pump.

6. Prevent windows from fogging up

Winters are the worst time to drive. Especially when the windows get fogged up and you can’t see the road.

7. Which side is the fuel tank?

We’ve all done this one. Mixing up the side where the fuel filler is. And the clue had been right there in front of you the whole time.

8. Sitting properly in your car

Feel like driving is a pain in the back? It’s because you’re sitting all wrong, you numbnut.

9. Install an iPad in the car

What are you gonna do with that old iPad of yours now that the new one is out? Put it in your car as a stereo system.

10. Trash can for the car

So you aren’t throwing the trash out on the road. Very good. Now can you please stop littering your car?

11. Clean headlight with toothpaste

If the headlights don’t light up the road like they used to, it’s probably because the glass has been oxidised parked in the sun. Toothpaste is all you need to clean them up.

12. Toothpaste will also work on scratches

A toothpaste is also handy if you want to get rid of the tiny scratches the car picks up because of keys, cleaning and neighbour kids.

13. If you have no reverse gear

The reverse gear on this guy’s car didn’t engage. The cool hack he devised is a work of genius.