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'You need one of these': This $40 gadget helps easily clear snow from cars and trucks

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The SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool take the work out of cleaning your car this winter. Image via Amazon.
The SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool take the work out of cleaning your car this winter. Image via Amazon.

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When it comes to dealing with winter weather, planning and preparedness are key. While you'll want to make sure that your home has everything you need to deal with potential winter storms, you also want to ensure that your car is also ready to take on the season.

From winter tires and de-icing solution, there are several things you can do to stay safe on the road. Before you get going though, you'll have to clear the snow that may have accumulated on the windshield and roof of your vehicle.

The SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool is an easy way to make sure that you don't miss a single spot, and this $40 gadget is Amazon shopper-approved.

SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool

SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool. Image via Amazon.
SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool. Image via Amazon.

$40 at Amazon

What is it?

The SnoBrum is an extendible tool that you'll want to add to your collection of winter must-haves designed to remove snow from cars without causing scratches or scuff marks. The SnoBrum's head is made of high grade durable foam and cross linked polyethylene, while its handle telescopes from 27" to 46" to provide you with extra reach.

The SnoBrum is perfect for removing snow from vehicles, trailers, awnings, spa covers and all other delicate surfaces. Its high-impact plastic face plate is also supported by seven columns to distribute weight, making it effective on even the heaviest wet snow.

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What shoppers are saying

Backed by a 4.4-star average rating from more than 2,600 customer reviews, there's no doubt that this winter tool has become a top choice among Amazon shoppers.

According to one reviewer, "if you live in an area with snow and own a vehicle... you need one of these." They added that it makes fast work of clearing snow off of cars, and stands the test of time after being used for the last several years and remaining "in perfect condition."

Shoppers say the SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool is
Shoppers say the SnoBrum Original Snow Removal Tool is "awesome for tall vehicles." Image via Amazon.

Another reviewer shared that the SnoBrum is "awesome for tall vehicles" and was able to clear snow from the top of their Chevrolet Silverado.

"This is a must for trucks and SUV's," they added.

While this has received rave reviews from shoppers, it's important to note that it's designed only to remove snow and not ice. Other tools with a hard edge will offer a better way to remove ice from windows, while the SnoBrum does "an excellent job" removing snow from the whole vehicle.

Final verdict

As heavy snows approach, you'll want to stay ahead of the season with a quick and easy way to clean off your car. The SnoBrum Snow Removal Tool makes quick work of heavy snowfall even on tall vehicles.

Though effective at removing snow, you'll just want to make sure that if you do purchase a SnoBrum that you also have access to a de-icing tool as well. Since this foam device isn't quite strong enough to scrape away ice, it's best used in combination with other devices this winter.

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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