# Dirt-Trapping Car Mats The 'TrapMats' Vehicle Mats Capture and Trap Dirt and Debris By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-mats References: [odditymall](http://odditymall.com/trapmats-honeycomb-car-mat) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1576051376/trapmats-the-worlds-first-easy-clean-dual-car-mats) Drivers out there who have struggled to lift their car mats out without getting the debris back into the vehicle will appreciate the design of the 'TrapMats' vehicle mats. The 'TrapMats' work by being placed on the floor of your [vehicle cabin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoby-air-purifier) and will instantly help to filter dirt and debris from the surface. This means that the car interior floor will always look clean and tidy because the dirt and dust is stored beneath the top layer. When it comes time to clean out the 'TrapMats' vehicle mats, users need to simply lift them out, spread the layers and give them a shake. The various remnants will fall away with ease without having to reach for a [vacuum or broom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-carboat). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dirt-trapping Technology:** Developing innovative products that effectively capture and trap dirt and debris for easy removal. - **Easy Cleaning Solutions:** Creating cleaning products that require minimal effort to remove dirt and dust from car interiors. - **Sustainable Car Accessories:** Designing eco-friendly car mats that promote cleanliness and reduce the need for excessive cleaning methods. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Automotive companies can explore the integration of dirt-trapping technology within their car interiors to enhance cleanliness and convenience. - **Home Cleaning:** Home cleaning companies can adapt the concept of easy-to-clean mats to develop innovative cleaning solutions for households. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Eco-conscious companies can focus on developing sustainable car accessories that contribute to maintaining a clean and environmentally-friendly lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heavy-Duty Holiday Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-floor-mat.md) - [Patterned Luxe Progressive Doormats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-outlier.md) - [Deployable Vehicle Seat Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-seat-protectors.md) - [3-in-1 Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trapom.md) - [Washable Pet Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dayspring-mat.md) - [Compact Automotive Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evo-cleaner.md) - [Customizable All-Purpose Floor Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-floor-mat.md) - [Sleek Mini Car Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-car-vacuum.md) - [Car-Designed Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-purifier1.md)