Car Snow Shovel
Two comments: One be sure its a plastic or rubber (preferred) dustpan to avoid scratching the cars finish. Another idea would be to use a small pushbroom with a toilet plunger handle (or cut down regular broom handle).
Disposable Cameras for Auto Accidents
I recommend using a disposable electronic camera. No film to go bad, you can see the results, easy to download to your computer to help documentation, etc.
Strain Heated Cooking Oil to Reuse
Re using coffee filters. It is a relatively slow process, but works best if the oil is pre-strained through a tea strainer, old clean cotton rag, cheesecloth, etc. At the cost of good oil, esp. if using peanut oil, its worth it!