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Why Some Cars Smell “New” Longer Than Others
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Why Some Cars Smell “New” Longer Than Others

It's an emotion we all know too well—the feeling of sliding into a car with that coveted "new car smell." It's both an olfactory delight and a symbol of freshness, akin almost to the tactile satisfaction of cracking open a brand-new book. But hang around cars long enough, and you'll notice something peculiar: not all cars keep that aromatic hallmark for the same duration. Some cars lose it almost as soon as they're driven off the lot, while others maintain it for months, even years. Have you ever wondered why?