How to Remove Tar From Your Car

Your vehicle is prone to get spattered with all sorts of substances on the road. Surprising enough, tar can be one of the easier ones to remove.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• WD-40, kerosene or mineral spirits
• Clean cloth
• Butter, peanut butter, vegetable oil or bath oil

1. Clean off the area with soap and water.
2. Apply one of the following household items to the area: creamy peanut butter, butter, vegetable oil, mayonaise or bath oil.
3. Let it sit for 24 hours to soften the tar.
4. Wipe with a clean cloth.
5. If that does not work, apply one of the following directly to the area: WD-40, kerosene or mineral spirits.
6. Let stand for 5 minutes.
7. Wipe with a clean cloth until clear.

Tips & Warnings

• WD-40, kerosene or mineral spirits will most likely remove any wax you had on your car.
• Using creamy peanut butter might require some elbow grease.