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Not happy
Not happy
 

Drive washing powder – I have been using Drive for over 20 years and it has never failed to clean the clothes. I am so upset and disappointed to find out that it has been discontinued. Why do you discontinue an excellent product that actually does the job. There are a lot of us out there trying to let Unilever know to bring back this product. Do you ever think about the… Read more

Consumer who has been loyal and appreciative of your good product. PLEASE BRING IT BACK!!!! Diasappointed

Jac
JacQLD
 

Drive is better than any other laundry powder I have ever used. Bring it back! – I have used Drive in a domestic situation for more than ten years and it has always had excellent results. When it became unavailable I phoned the company number on the package where I was given no reason for discontinuing production of Drive and told to buy Omo instead. I think I will make sure my next laundry detergent is manufactured by a different company. Show details

Joan
Joan4 posts
 

Great washing Powder – Best washing Powder for whites with hot water. Used it for years sorry it is not available. Bring drive back people love it. Nothing on the market like it anymore. Show details

Coffee is good
Coffee is goodQLD43 posts
 

Drive professional – Drive professional would have to be the best laundry powder I have ever used it washes as good as omo ultimate if better just with out the over powerful scent clothes are so soft fresh and clean Show details

Mums fav
Mums favNSW
 

I've been using this item for 56 years, fantastic, Now not in stock – Great product, on all whites, colours and darks. Has never caused any irritation to the skin. It was my Mothers favourite brand. Sorely missed product. Friends have commented on the fresh scent of my clean washing. I think it is the best available. Show details

MAS
MASVIC3 posts
 

I can’t live without my Drive-great gran to 10 – I have used Drive for many years and washed all types of clothing from dirty engineering clothes to baby clothing everything comes out clean, bright and soft. We have sensitive skin and don’t have any problems with this laundry detergent. I spent 13 years away from Victoria in NSW and always had a good supply. Because I couldn’t find it in… Read more

Victoria now that I’m back I asked my granddaughter to buy it for me in NSW but I can’t get it since the covid-19 stopped us travelling.

Mum of Four
Mum of Four15 posts
 

Not the same scent, but same performance – I loved Drive 10 years ago, always chose it over Omo. Have hopped from brand to brand ever since Drive was no longer available at the supermarkets and never found anything I liked as much. So I was a bit thrilled when I stumbled across an 8kg bucket of Drive washing powder at Mitre 10. Unfortunately it doesn't have the same amazing scent that it… Read more

used to have. There is a detergenty, clean, non-perfumey scent which is barely discernible on the clean, dry washing.

Also, the size of the bucket it comes in is a bit OTT. The bucket contains 2 plastic packets of 4kg of powder, both of which I immediately decanted into a lidded bucket of my own that was half the size of the Drive bucket, and all 8kg fitted easily.

Most importantly though, is the performance of the product itself. I cannot quibble at all. I use a top loader and the clothes come out perfectly clean, with no powder residue. My whites look great.

I don't use fabric softener due to family skin sensitivities and the clothes still feel quite soft. Drive hasn't aggravated anyone's skin in this household either.

We have some stinky sportswear in our house and that comes out of the machine fresh and odour-free every time.

Haven't needed to use any Napisan as a cleaning booster since I started using Drive.

I feel the packaging is wasteful and I'm disappointed that the scent isn't the same, but this is a great performing powder that isn't overwhelmingly perfumed, like so many laundry products are these days.

Mum
Mum
 

No smell, perfect for me – Have used drive for many years, good for all washes, really great for whites, it's the only one I can use as there is no smell, can still get it at IGA, used to stock up big time when they have it half price, but dont get a catalogue for it, and different IGA s have their own specials.

Pete
Pete
 

Where to buy – Can purchase at Pinjarra w.a. mitre 10. Not sure about other mitre 10 stores. I agree it is the only detergent that cleans really dirty clothes properly. Good luck finding it.

Matt
Matt
 

Please dont DRINK DRIVE cos it tastes like wash powder – Hey I've been using drive for over twenty years now from what i can remember..im a diesel mechanic and also drive road trains..when its time for the washing at least every second day lol.as you can imagine my clothes are very dirty full of grease and all sorts..drive washes them spotless everytime..i would strongly recommend to everyone if you want heavy duty hard core dirty clothes this is the product.

P.K
P.K2 posts
 

Best product ever!!! – I've used Drive for over 20 years as it is the only laundry powder that cleans really well, smells fresh and the scent doesn't give me a headache from sickly scents found in other products. Why would they discontinue such an amazing product?

Robyn999
Robyn99914 posts
 

Best Laundry Powder Ever! – This laundry powder does what is says on the box - it works to shift stains. It smells great too. Sadly no supermarket around Brisbane (or the rest of Australia from what I can see) is stocking it anymore and it is such a shame. My mum used this stuff when I was a kid and it worked then and it still works now so why take away something that… Read more

actually cleans clothes properly? So depressing!! Absolutely everything because it does the job like it says it will. Nothing, except you can't buy it in supermarkets anymore.

Fairyfloss25
Fairyfloss252 posts
 

Excellent product – My Mum and Dad put me on to this years ago as my Father was a massuer and trying to get all the oil out of the white sheets was a nightmare. He did extensive research and found out that Drive was the only washing powder on the market at that time that was pure soap as most of the others were cheaper because they have a lot of fillers in there… Read more

and not much soap content, that is why Drive has always worked so much better than other detergents and is much more expensive.

But like others on here, it does come out for half price a lot and I buy about 4 boxes and hardly ever buy it at full price. I have used it for years and it has never let me down. Also you don't need to use as much as is recommended to get good results. Works better than others, don't need to use much to get results.

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Ashley19
Ashley19
 

Where did it go – Drive Landry concentrate - simply the best product pf its type in hot or cold water. I normally use it in warm wather with a 15 minute pre-soak. Fantastic. Unfortunately my local Woolworths has stopped stocking the product (Upper Camberwell - Meobourne) which is a royal pain. They can probably make more profit selling an inferiour brand. It cleans my clothes - a simple paradigm thats easy to overlook with all the hype. Now unavailable locally. Show 3 replies

Jen1111
Jen1111SA2 posts
 

Septic tanks – I love using drive but now have shifted to the country using septic tanks & wondering is it safe to use still Please help us out thank you.. Hopefully you will say can still use it as its very good . Best ive found & been using it for years.. Told my friends to use it also.. Cleans the clothes excellent doesnt say if its safe for septic tanks Show 5 replies

JackJames
JackJames32 posts
 

great product but using less than normal dosage is recommended – As other reviews state that it removes stubborn stains without adding any pretreaters or soaking solutions. I am very impressed with the results, cloths come out sparkling clean, particularly on grease or blood stains which are really difficult to get rid of. However, after a few washes, I noticed the colour of my dark hoodies are faded into grey,… Read more

giving impression that it has worn for 10 years. I think I probably add too much giving the fact that I have a 6 kg of top loader, so don't be greedy or worry about it will underperform if adding less than what says on the box.

This is probably the only laundry product that you have to be very cautious with the dosage. For top loader that is 5-6kg, 3/4 scoop is recommend for full load, 1/2 scoop for small load. For 6.5-7.5kg of top loader, follow the instruction on the box, but once again not-full-scoop is recommended for small to medium load. For big capacity of top loader, then 1 and half scoop will optimize the washing performance in a full load. Very tough on stubborn stain such as blood or grease May fade your cloths significantly if adding too much

Jillpullen
Jillpullen84 posts
 

very good for cleaning really dirty clothing – This product is very good for cleaning really dirty clothing. I have used this laundry powder for many years as it is the best at cleaning my husband's dirty uniforms ( he is a mechanic). It is a trusted brand and recommended for getting the worst stains out of clothing because it will leave the clothing fresh and clean every time. Overall I love… Read more

this product and will always continue to use it. A must have for any person who wants to get those stubborn stains out! I will always recommend this product to anyone who struggles to get their laundry really clean. very good for cleaning really dirty clothing

joy
joy32 posts
 

Excellent – I started using Drive probably as far back as 1985 when I had 2 grubby little boys who loved to play in the dirt on the farm with their toy trucks. They grew into 2 grubby big boys who likes to play with big cars and machinery so Drive was always the box sitting above the washing machine in the laundry.At work I had to wear white shirts in a… Read more

pretty grubby job and I often got comments on how my shirts were always so white so I told them it was Drive that did it. My boys wives now use it to keep their kids clothes nice now so it has served us for a long time. Dont stop making it PLEASE. So good for stain removal and whitening.

klc
klc7 posts
 

OK – Drive is great for heavy duty washing but we found with continous use we developed skin rashes! I would recommend it for overalls etc but not for sheets or underwear. Great for stain removal Very strong!

sassy65356
sassy6535677 posts
 

Excellent – I love this product. A must have for any person who wants to get those damned stains out! This products has been a mainstay in my laundry and will do for many years to come! It is very good for cleaning dirty clothing in the washing machine. I have used this laundry powder for many years and it is seems to be getting better and better. It is a… Read more

trusted brand and recommended for getting the worst stains out of clothing because it will leave the clothing fresh and clean every time. You cannot use when you hand wash because it is very strong! It will leave the hands very sticky and hard to get off.

heytherek
heytherek369 posts
 

Good – This is a good overall washing powder that really does work and produces good dependable results each wash. You do not need to use a lot of the product each time. It is a bit pricey but can be found on special and that is when it is best to stock up. Drive does a great job with stain removal and has been around for a long time so it a dependable… Read more

and reliable product. It does leave clothes cleaner and is great with helping to remove stains. It can be a bit expensive but like most laundry detergents will regularly be found on special somewhere.

Michele_Dowlman
Michele_Dowlman16 posts
 

Excellent – This is my second favourite detergent, producing a great clean result, but the fragrance just doesn't quite come up to my fave. Great detergent Expensive; stock up when on special

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piscean
piscean66 posts
 

Excellent – This is a great detergent and does an excellent job of cleaning clothes, towels and sheets. It brings up the washing nice and bright and gives a nice fresh clean fragrance to the clothes. Unfortunately though, it is quite expensive compared to other brands so it's probably cheaper to buy a cheaper detergent and a separate soaker to use for any… Read more

particularly grubby clothes. It is a great product and i highly recommend it but I don't use it all the time basically because of the price tag. If it was more affordable I would use it all the time. excellent detergent for clothes, doesn't take up much room in cupboard can be expensive

pickled_possum
pickled_possum28 posts
 

Excellent – Drive has been around for years. I remember my mum using it, but I believe they changed the formula a little as it fades the blacks, dark, and colours clothes. I try to use less than specified when I am washing those particular items. Otherwise it is a fantastic product for whites, linen and tea towels etc. There is no need for extra stain remover… Read more

booster to be added to the wash. Removes most stains. Quality product Is expensive. Sometimes I find my darks and colours get faded from using Drive, so it can be a little harsh on clothes.

razzamartaz
razzamartaz45 posts
 

Excellent – My sister told me that this has been tested by choice as being the best detergent out there. I must admit I really like this product, however I personally wouldn't pay $12.00 full price for it. As other review says I stock up when it is on special at coles for $6.00, unfortunately that doesn't happen too often though, I have about a choice of… Read more

four washing detergents that I will only buy and this is one of them. Quality of it, and the smell when not on sale very expensive

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