Top 14 Feng Shui Tips for Boosting Luck and Energy in Your Car

Cleaning your car is an effective way to enhance Feng Shui in your car. Old documents, newspapers, cans, bottles, plastic, and even old clothes trap negative energy in the car. Simply removing them from your car immediately brings a positive difference to the energy inside. Regular cleaning, at least once a week, helps eliminate all the negativity that can harm the driver's health.

Additionally, you can use Feng Shui items made from activated charcoal to eliminate odors in the car and bring luck to the occupants. Regular maintenance of systems such as electrical, lights, engine, ignition, braking system, cooling system, tires, exhaust pipes, and other factors is also essential.

Water represents the Water element, symbolizing purity, flexibility, and flow. It plays a vital role in balancing the five elements inside the car. Water not only helps quench the driver's thirst and prevents dry skin from prolonged exposure to air conditioning but also provides a clear view of your surroundings, enhancing spiritual awareness. Keeping a bottle of water in the car and drinking 6 - 8 glasses a day contributes to your well-being and brings good Feng Shui luck.

Cleaning car windows is a simple way to bring luck to your car according to Feng Shui. The windows are the eyes of your vehicle. Therefore, keeping them clean holds spiritual as well as practical significance. Clean windows allow positive energy to enter from the outside. Ensure that you can see the rearview mirror and both side mirrors clearly every time you drive. Test the windshield wiper functionality to work effectively, especially during rainy, foggy, or dusty conditions.

Parking seems like an insignificant detail, but according to Feng Shui, it is equally important. When parking, it's best to choose a spot farther from the owner's house rather than right in front of the house or in a location directly facing the house. The reason is simple; in Feng Shui, your car is considered like a 'living tiger.' Parking facing the house or workplace creates a threatening flow of energy toward the people living there.

Sea salt and Feng Shui items not only bring luck but also enhance the energy in your car. Sprinkling a bit of sea salt on the car floor will dispel lingering toxins and absorb positive energy. Make sure to sprinkle salt on the outside corners, especially before a long journey; sprinkle it a few hours before and then clean it up. Additionally, you can use Feng Shui items to hang near the front of the car, such as Buddha statues, Feng Shui animal figurines, or turtle-shaped ornaments.

Many car owners may not be familiar with the concept of the Four Spirits in the car. In general, car Feng Shui also follows the classic Four Spirits theory. The rear right should be higher than the front and supported on both sides, including the driver's seat, following this pattern. Cars with a spacious rear and an empty space at the back can make passengers feel uneasy. The rear lights of the car, in terms of Feng Shui, symbolize the mysterious area. Therefore, you need to ensure they are not dim and always function well.

According to Feng Shui experts, selecting the color of your car is crucial. Ensure that the chosen color does not clash with the corresponding Five Elements of your age. For example, a driver with the Wood element in their birth chart should avoid a red car, as red intensifies the Fire element. A dark green or black car can mitigate the Fire element, while white or gray (Metal element) is safer as it weakens Fire.

However, choosing the car color also depends on the owner's preferences. Even if the color aligns with the Five Elements and age, if the owner dislikes it, it may not create a harmonious energy flow between the owner and the car.

Nowadays, license plates have gained considerable attention as a Feng Shui factor that every car owner should consider for ensuring luck and safety. In Vietnamese beliefs, based on the pronunciation in Chinese, the number 4 - 'tứ' is avoided because it sounds like the word 'tử,' meaning death, bringing inauspiciousness. Also, plates with a total sum of 1 are considered unfavorable. According to this belief, numbers 8 ('bát') and 6 ('lục') are considered the luckiest, as 68 or 86 sound like 'phát' (prosper) and 'lộc' (fortune), respectively. Additionally, if the numbers match the destiny element of the driver, it brings even more luck. For example, Wood destiny aligns with numbers 1-3-4, while Fire destiny matches with 9-0.

Since a car is like your mobile home, Feng Shui emphasizes the importance of the air inside the car. It directly influences your health, energy source, and the well-being of passengers. Therefore, the air inside the car must be fresh to connect the occupants with external elements. If the air is not clean, the driver may feel tired and lose focus.

To purify the air inside the car, car owners can use natural air fresheners that also impact the mood of the passengers. Fragrant herbs, orange blossom oil, and lemon oil work well to reduce anger and promote a calm, gentle, and comfortable atmosphere. Additionally, scheduling car maintenance on auspicious days helps maintain the inherent energy of the vehicle.

Traditionally, people often place stones and crystals to enhance Feng Shui for their cars. One common type is black tourmaline, a stone known for its thermal and electrical properties. Keeping a black tourmaline or a single quartz crystal in the car compartment helps maintain the balance of energies, creating a comfortable space beneficial for health.

Placing protective symbols inside your car is a great Feng Shui tip. Dragons and rhinoceros are two common examples of protective symbols, guarding against car theft with their strength. Besides deterring theft, these animals also bring good luck and protect against accidents while driving. The image of a dragon is considered protective and lucky, so you can place a small dragon sticker in a discreet location in your car. The powerful rhinoceros is a traditional obstacle against thieves and accidents; a rhino horn or a small rhinoceros figurine both serve as good reminders of protective energy inside and around your car.

A gold necklace with a red happiness symbol in acrylic, along with a smooth amethyst, provides protection for you, your car, and ensures the well-being of your car while driving.

To dispel any lingering negative energy and bring in freshness, open one or two windows and play or sing along to your favorite music. If you're feeling tired, remember to pull over and take a nap in your car at a parking lot for about 20 minutes.

Scientific evidence suggests that prolonged use of mobile phones is the cause of many serious illnesses. In many countries, using a mobile phone is prohibited in cars, and hefty fines are imposed. Too many accidents occur due to distraction. It is crucial to stay focused at all times while driving. Tie a dark green ribbon to your rearview mirror to symbolize water and a tranquil state of mind.

While car feng shui is influenced by various factors such as design, color, and decor, the feng shui statue remains a crucial and defining element for a balanced car energy. Specifically, many homeowners now choose the Unicorn statue for car decoration because, beyond bringing luck and prosperity, the Unicorn also imparts peace. It ensures that the driver remains serene while traveling by car, keeping them away from mishaps in the most graceful manner.

More importantly, if you opt for an activated carbon Unicorn statue, it efficiently eliminates odors while maintaining sophistication and class for your car. Therefore, caring for the feng shui aspect in your car, expelling foul odors, and bringing good fortune to your family are essential considerations if you own a car.