Every time I drive my Kona, it feels like it’s a magnet for leaves, and they don’t blow out either. There are vents down there! I end up scooping them out by hand constantly. Anyone else having this problem?
Probably parked under a tree, huh?
Try using a leaf blower
LizCampbell said:
Try using a leaf blower
I might have to get a battery-operated one. I can’t reach the outlet for my corded one, but that’s a way better idea than scooping leaves out by hand. Thanks!
@jazirah
Ryobi has a small 18V one that’s perfect for jobs like this. You could keep it in the car. Just a heads up though, parking under trees can mess up your paint over time.
Magdalina said:
@jazirah
Ryobi has a small 18V one that’s perfect for jobs like this. You could keep it in the car. Just a heads up though, parking under trees can mess up your paint over time.
Great tip! Thanks!
lizbeth said:
@jazirah
I bought this one and it’s powerful! Even got one for my dad haha
No way! It’s so tiny, too!
@jazirah
Maybe look into something like this?
Haven’t tried it myself but it’s on my wishlist. The demo video makes it look pretty strong.
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It’s simple - use a leaf blower or put a cover on the car. Honestly, how has this been a struggle?
GoslingManstein said:
It’s simple - use a leaf blower or put a cover on the car. Honestly, how has this been a struggle?
Leaves and other stuff pile up pretty quickly. I’ve been using an IceShield cover since 2009, but sometimes rodents sneak under and leave their food stash.
I haven’t had a leaf problem, but my ‘24 Kona gets covered in dust constantly.
Haha, Hyundai must have a thing for collecting stuff like this! (Just kidding)
They make magnetic covers for the windshield, so you don’t have to scrape ice off in the morning. Maybe try one of those and give it a shake to get the leaves off. Or… just avoid parking under trees 
Looks like the Kona is too nice even for the leaves to resist
Maybe your Kona just wants to feel a little closer to nature haha
After I get my car washed, I usually pop the hood and use those free vacuums to suck out all the leaves. Works every time.
My Tucson has the same issue. Leaf collector, no doubt.