As hard as we try to keep our cars in tip-top shape, it's easy for all kinds of detritus to start piling up. Admit it: you find yourself reasoning that the lack of storage space somehow makes it okay to toss that tissue, receipt or straw wrapper on the floor, in the cup holder or between the seats. Ready to stop creating a dump in your car's interior? If so, over 60,000 Amazon shoppers have found the perfect solution with the EPAuto Waterproof Car Trash Can. And here's another way to "clean up": It's nearly half price right now in an early Black Friday deal.

The trash can measures 10.5 x 8.25 x 6.75 inches and holds up to two gallons (not bad). It won't flop around on those curves, either: It comes with an adjustable strap that attaches to your glove box, seat back, gear stick or center console. Also ingenious (and safety-minded): The lid has a hole in the center for easy disposal. It also keeps everything securely inside and — happily — out of sight.

And, crucially, it's waterproof, so feel free to toss those leftover bevvies inside without worrying about leakage. Each can comes with 10 liner bags for easy trash removal. And the sides have mesh pockets for storage of non-garbage items.

“Great for messy kids and adults alike,” wrote one shopper. “This has changed my ability to keep my car clean. It is easy to access on the back of my console, it doesn’t smell (though I only put in receipts and wrappers), holds a ton, and is easy to clean and leakproof!”

“This waterproof trash can has been a game changer in keeping my car clean,” raved another. “It doesn’t get in the way of leg room, and you can really load it up before it finally needs to be emptied. The cover on it is convenient and keeps the inside of your car looking clean and attractive without showing any trash.”

A third said: “You need this! I’m obsessed with my car trash can. I put everything in it from napkins to whole fast food cups. It’s lined, so liquids don’t hurt it. Then I just undo the Velcro and empty it over a trash can. So simple, and makes my car so much cleaner.”

The three camouflage options can be yours for just $11 right now — a sweet 46% off. For a simpler look, choose from five solid colors: black, dark gray, light gray, green and pink. No matter which option you choose, thousands of shoppers agree this handy car trash can is a “must-have” essential for keeping all that garbage under wraps.

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