I've used an Absorber for years and years. If anything they seem to get better with use from my experience. I've tried the other ones that appear to be the same thing as the Absorber, but they are garbage. They don't absorb as well, and they get to stinking. Instead of saving a few bucks, it's like throwing your money in the stove. Has to be the real one. I'll also go over the truck w/ a soft cotton towel afterward too to polish it a bit if i'm not rushed.

The drill is wring it out, roll it up and put it back in the plastic container. I think if you let them dry out it doesn't do them a whole lot of good.