Safe Driving, in an Unsafe World
Automobile technology has come a long way in a very short time. One of the biggest changes has been the transition of the automobile from a mechanical device to a computerized device. Listening to our GPS chatter away is reminiscent of the fascination we had for talking cars in the 1980s. But the GPS was [...]
Since prehistoric man first carved a chunk of wood into a rudimentary wheel, our dreams of futuristic vehicles have driven the evolution of the wheeled-conveyance, from Roman chariots, to high-performance automobiles. In today’s world, true motor maniacs drool over concept cars without batting an eye at the luscious booth babe who is strategically positioned to [...]
The average person spends $84,000 on car insurance over the course of a lifetime. To put that number into perspective, we’re showcasing other ways you could spend that much money (on a house, or on a luxury sports car) We could also compare that figure to the following lifetime costs: click the image below to [...]
Bad credit? Big problem! Don’t believe those flashy ads, which are trying to sell you the idea that overspending is an acceptable norm in America (even if it is a norm–it’s not acceptable). Want to find out how badly your credit is hurting your car insurance premium? The numbers might surprise you: then again, if [...]
Advice on car care and safety is rampant, both on and off the internet. Just how much of it it true? While some tips are spot on, you might be surprised at how many “facts” are really myths.
Perhaps no vehicle is more synonymous with a country than the Mini is with the United Kingdom. Cute, reliable, practical – it isn’t a bad way to be thought of. But many countries have a vehicle on their roads which is synonymous with that country. Visit that region, and you’re sure to see a few [...]
With over 208 million licensed drivers in 2008, the freeways of the U.S. are starting to look more like bumper car rides at a carnival. It takes advanced driving skills to navigate through traffic jams full of elderly drivers with vision problems and teen drivers with lead feet. Those skills are not taught in traditional [...]
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The family car has evolved from the stagecoach that tamed the Wild West to the modern minivan. The family vehicle represents the changing dynamics of American culture, of the size of family, and growth of the middle class.
3D Printing is expected to produce everything from auto parts to camera lenses. While this technology has existed on a high-end level over the last decade, the printing phenomenon is growing more popular and will soon be available at a copy shop near you.
Most people have a first aid kit in their homes, but having one in your car is just as important. Unfortunately, there are a wide range of car emergencies that can occur.. Don’t allow yourself to go unprepared! This guide will tell you some basic items to include in your car first aid kit. CAR [...]
Sure, tires are expensive, but they also account for the most important element of safety in your car. Most people don’t know that they’re driving around with one or more unsafe tires. Unsafe tires equal accidents equal paying even more in the long run. It’s always a good idea to have adequate car insurance coverage [...]