Dry Ice Cleaning for Cars and Motorcycles

Efficient, chemical-free vehicle cleaning with dry ice

If you want to clean vehicles quickly, thoroughly, and without residue, dry ice cleaning for cars is one of the most efficient solutions in professional vehicle detailing. With Südstrahl's dry ice blasting devices, you get a reliable, field-proven technology for daily use in the workshop and business.

Your advantages of dry ice cleaning for cars

Residue-free cleaning without water or chemicals
Gentle application on electronics, paint, plastic, and interior
Suitable for engine bay, interior, underbody, and rims
No drying time after cleaning
Material-friendly cleaning without abrasion or wear

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Our dry ice blasting devices, dry ice, and solutions for dry ice cleaning cars

Depending on the application and area of use, Südstrahl offers the right dry ice blasting device — from vehicle detailing to workshop applications to industrial cleaning.

Our product range includes powerful dry ice blasting devices with different power levels, ice consumption, and equipment variants, so the technology can be precisely matched to daily use in the business.

Additionally, we offer:

Directly available dry ice pellets with fast delivery
High-quality dry ice pelletizers for producing your own dry ice on-site
Accessories, nozzles, and extensions for various applications

Why is dry ice cleaning so efficient?

Dry ice cleaning is one of the most efficient processes in vehicle and industrial cleaning, as it combines several work steps in one process, reducing time, effort, and downtime.

For you, this means concretely: less cleaning time, no drying times, and no additional rework such as rinsing or drying. Vehicles and components are ready for use again immediately after cleaning.

One-step cleaning: dirt is loosened and removed directly, with no rework like drying or rinsing
Targeted dirt removal: only the contamination is removed, not the base material
No disassembly required: components can generally be cleaned while installed
Protection of sensitive components: electronics, cables, paint, and plastic can safely remain in place during cleaning
Reduced cleaning effort: no cleaning agents, no residues, no disposal of wastewater or blasting media

Application areas of dry ice cleaning on vehicles

Cleaning the engine bay with dry ice

Engine bay cleaning with dry ice is one of the most important applications in automotive detailing and industrial cleaning. By combining a cold shock with pressure effect, even stubborn contamination such as oil, grease, dust, and road grime can be efficiently removed without damaging sensitive components. Cleaning is completely dry, so no drying time is needed and the vehicle can be processed further or delivered immediately.

Dreckiger Motorraum vor der Trockeneisstrahlreinigung — [Translate to Englisch:] Motorraum vorher

Motorraum eines Autos gereinigt mit Trockeneis — [Translate to Englisch:] Motorraum nachher

Cleaning the interior with dry ice (cockpit, seats, upholstery)

Dry ice cleaning in the vehicle interior enables deep cleaning of hard-to-reach areas without using water or cleaning agents. The method is especially suitable for heavily soiled or odor-affected interiors, for example from pets, smoke, or moisture.

Typical interior application areas:

Dashboard and cockpit
Displays, switches, and controls
Ventilation systems and air ducts
Car seats (fabric, leather, Alcantara)
Carpets and vehicle floor
Headliner

Dry ice cleaning is particularly suited to high-end vehicle detailing and professional interior refurbishment. See for yourself — feel free to test our devices with no obligation.

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Cleaning rims and wheels with dry ice

Rims are among the most heavily soiled vehicle parts. Brake dust, oil, tar, and road grime create stubborn deposits that are often difficult to remove with conventional methods. Dry ice cleaning allows thorough yet material-friendly cleaning even in hard-to-reach areas.

Gereinigte Felge von Skoda in Silber — Alloy wheels after

Cleaning the underbody with dry ice blasting

Underbody cleaning is a central application area in professional vehicle detailing and restoration. Dry ice blasting is used especially on vehicles where preserving value is a priority, such as classic cars or high-quality used vehicles.

Application areas:

Removing salt and road grime
Removing bitumen and underbody protection residue
Cleaning frames, axles, and cavities
Preparation for rust protection or resealing

Further application areas of dry ice cleaning on cars or motorcycles

Beyond the classic areas of engine bay, interior, and underbody, dry ice blasting technology offers numerous other applications in the vehicle sector.

Further applications:

Cleaning convertible tops (fabric and plastic)
Removing polish residue from gaps and edges
Cleaning door seams and body panel gaps
Refurbishing plastic and metal parts
Cleaning emblems, covers, and engine trim panels
Motorcycle frames, engines, and rims

See in the YouTube video how you can remove bitumen from underbody protection with dry ice!

Dry ice cleaning for cars or motorcycles with SÜDSTRAHL devices

SÜDSTRAHL stands for specialized dry ice blasting technology direct from the manufacturer. Our devices are developed and produced in Germany and consistently designed for professional continuous use.

Your advantages with SÜDSTRAHL:

Direct manufacturer contact without intermediaries
High-quality, practice-oriented technology for daily use
Devices for workshops, vehicle detailing, and industry
Flexible options: purchase or leasing available
Personal consultation and technical support
Field-proven systems instead of standard solutions

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FAQ

We have compiled the answers to the most frequently asked questions about cleaning with dry ice and our dry ice blasting machines in Germany.

Where are the dry ice blasting machines produced?: All our dry ice blasting machines are manufactured in our factory in Tamm near Stuttgart and are therefore "Made in Germany".
How are dry ice pellets stored and how long are they stable?: You will receive the pellets in insulated/polystyrene boxes from your supplier. The durability depends on the ambient temperature and the insulation, but several days are possible. However, freshly pressed pellets are most effective in the cleaning process.
Wie hoch ist der Verbrauch der Trockeneispellets?: Our new table appliance consumes approx. 5 - 12 kg dry ice per hour. Depending on the model, up to 150 kg dry ice per hour in continuous operation.
Which pellets do the dry ice blasting machines from Südstrahl use?: All our units work with pellets in the thickness 1 to 3 mm dia.
What are the advantages of dry ice blasting?: No additional blasting agent such as sand or water is required. The dry ice becomes gaseous and flies. Therefore, disposal of the blasting agent is not necessary. With the dry ice blasting, sensitive surfaces can also be cleaned since the dry ice has a lower hardness than e.g. Sand. The dry ice blasting process can be adapted to the properties of the workpiece by adjusting the jet pressure and the quantity of ice. Only the removed contaminant material can be regarded as waste.
How does cleaning with dry ice work?: The dry ice is controlled in a controlled air stream. Due to the enormously high speed achieved by the air-ice mixture in the jet nozzle, the dry ice hits the contaminated surface, freezes the dirt and blows it off the surface. The solid dry ice evaporates and becomes gas. The gas is non-toxic and neutral. The removed dirt is carried away by the compressed air from the cleaned surface. The dirt can be sucked or filtered.