Autogeek is AWESOME, but the peanuts

[GMmuscle86]

Autogeek is really excellent! Good prices on items and a vast array of products which makes it even better! However, the thing I can't stand is the peanuts that are in the boxes when you open the box. Not only are those things terrible for the environment but they stick to you, and you really have to try to keep them in box when you’re removing your products. Just idk maybe I'm the only one that thinks this but they are just a pain to deal with. I'm not here to bash on how Autogeek ships products because they always come in a timely manner and are packaged nicely in the box as well. I just think if Autogeek wanted improve on something to think about maybe using something else other than the peanuts. Maybe think about those bags that look like ziplock bags with air inside or some other type of packing that wouldn't leave a mess. I just think that this could even further make Autogeek topnotch. Thank you!

[BILL]

Autogeek is really excellent! Good prices on items and a vast array of products which makes it even better! However, the thing I can't stand is the peanuts that are in the boxes when you open the box. Not only are those things terrible for the environment but they stick to you, and you really have to try to keep them in box when you’re removing your products. Just idk maybe I'm the only one that thinks this but they are just a pain to deal with. I'm not here to bash on how Autogeek ships products because they always come in a timely manner and are packaged nicely in the box as well. I just think if Autogeek wanted improve on something to think about maybe using something else other than the peanuts. Maybe think about those bags that look like ziplock bags with air inside or some other type of packing that wouldn't leave a mess. I just think that this could even further make Autogeek topnotch. Thank you!


i agree....very messy...........those peanuts......

[ehuth1]

Quick fix. Take box over to trash can, then lean it over, dumping the peanuts in the trash can. Be sure to pour slow and you should be good.

Once the peanuts are about half gone, pull your bags out and strip the peanuts from them and toss back into the box.

[Waxmax]

Agree.....an environmental no no.

[MikeyC]

Quick fix. Take box over to trash can, then lean it over, dumping the peanuts in the trash can. Be sure to pour slow and you should be good.

Once the peanuts are about half gone, pull your bags out and strip the peanuts from them and toss back into the box.

The only problem with that is I've had my trash can knocked over a few times while it's at the curb waiting for trash pick up. Then I have peanuts all over my street, driveway and front lawn. If I keep them in the box this won't happen.

[ehuth1]

The only problem with that is I've had my trash can knocked over a few times while it's at the curb waiting for trash pick up. Then I have peanuts all over my street, driveway and front lawn. If I keep them in the box this won't happen.

Ok if you don't want them in the street, line the can with a garbage bag..

[AUdakota]

I think this has been brought up before.....

As a side note they taste fantastic with ketchup or hot sauce.

[paradog]

you could always drive to AG and purchase the items.........j/k.

[scottinflorida]

I completely agree that the white polystyrene peanuts are bad. I too wish that AutoGeek would consider another alternative. If I had to pay more for shipping to get something more environmentally friendly, I would.

Link: Polystyrene-foam Packaging Peanuts - ReliableAnswers.com (http://reliableanswers.com/general/packaging_peanuts.asp)

"Those little white polystyrene-foam packaging peanuts are nearly ubiquitous in our pack-and-ship culture, but they are no good for the environment, let alone human health. The basic building block of polystyrene is the non-recyclable chemical compound styrene. Chronic exposure to styrene is associated with central nervous system damage as well as skin, eye and respiratory irritation, depression, fatigue and compromised kidney function. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the International Agency for Research on Cancer both consider styrene a possible human carcinogen."

[AUdakota]

or you can dissolve them in gasoline and make a nice napalm substitute.

Disclaimer: DO NOT DO THIS!!

[Bob Who]

There really not to bad some are saltier than others, but the kids really love them !!!!

[AUdakota]

good point bob, maybe I will call all the local day care centers and see if they want some donations for snack time.

[devst8]

I completely agree that the white polystyrene peanuts are bad. I too wish that AutoGeek would consider another alternative. If I had to pay more for shipping to get something more environmentally friendly, I would.


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[pt91]

Do what I do and put them into a plastic bag and reuse them for shipping. If not you can find someone that ships things (ebay sellers, etc.) and donate them. They are expensive to buy at office supply stores.
I think there is a natural version that melts in water.

[trlblazer3]

I always keep my boxes and the shipping peanuts to re-use later for eBay shipping and also to ship samples to other members. Between myself and my dad, none go to waste in our household!