Whether you live in an area that gets snow and ice in the winter, you're headed to a wintry destination or you're just passing through, icy roads are a common — and deadly —wintertime safety risk.
Losing control of your vehicle on an icy... (Read More)
Some car smells are welcome, such as the scent of your leather seats or a clean new car smell. Plenty of other odors can offend your nostrils and cause you to worry about impending doom. Use those smells as clues to figure out what might be wrong... (Read More)
Although relatively inexpensive to replace, a drained car battery is never fun. No motorist likes to be stranded on the side of the road, after all. Fortunately, batteries usually provide a few warning signs so you won't be caught completely... (Read More)
Jeep, Camry, BMW i5: Instantly recognizable car names we all know. But how did they get those names?
One fun example is the revolutionary four-wheel-drive Jeep. A bonafide World War II hero for Allied troops, the official name was actually Willys... (Read More)
Driving is a privilege, not a right. Sometimes we get lax about certain safety precautions and need a reminder of why they exist in the first place. That said, here are 4 truths about driving we should all take to heart:
1. Distracted driving is... (Read More)
If you’re in the market for new wheels, chances are you’re discovering the plethora of possibilities out there. Open your mind to the pros and cons of different auto body types, so your decision is a well informed one, depending on your... (Read More)
Car crashes are the leading cause of death among children from infancy to 12 years of age. Despite this horrifying trend, it is estimated that between 40 and 45% of children killed in car crashes were improperly restrained.
Think about it. When... (Read More)
You protect your car’s paint with regular wash and wax jobs. You vacuum and polish your interior. You drive reasonable speeds and don’t brake too fast. You make complete stops and look both ways at intersections. Put simply, you take care of... (Read More)
New drivers get in accidents — a lot of them. In fact, the risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among teenagers ages 16-19 than among any other age group. But what you may not realize is that parents play a big role in keeping teens safe behind... (Read More)
Looking for a fun way to spend time with the family? Pile everyone into the minivan and hit the road to see one or more of these funky and truly American attractions. It might be hard to decide which one of these crazy destinations your family needs... (Read More)