One of those things that most allergy sufferers never think about is the quality of the indoor air in their car.

Keeping allergens out of the air that you breathe, no matter where you are, is a great strategy for seasonal and inhalant allergies. However, when we get into our vehicle, we often forget this one basic rule for managing allergies.

Just like your home, your car should be a closed environment. This means that the quality of car’s climate control is extremely important.

The Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association now recommends four Volvo models because of their technology that keeps the air inside the vehicle as clean as possible. This air improvement is achieved through one of two systems that address indoor air quality: IAQS (Indoor Air Quality System) and CZIP (Clean Zone Interior Package).

The Volvo technology goes further than just ensuring clean air coming in from the outside. In fact, in the XC60, nickel exposure from metallic surfaces has been limited. Nickel is a common metal allergen which sufferers often first discover through its use in costume jewelry.

Another change is that a natural plant extract has been used for tanning of all leather trim. This will be a definite benefit for those with chemical allergies.

Keep in mind that you don’t have to buy an XC60 to make sure that your vehicle is more allergy friendly. One of the best things you can do is change the air filter for the passenger compartment on a regular basis. This one change in how you maintain your car could mean a happier allergy season for you and your passengers.