The cold days of winter are long gone, and summer driving season is right around the corner. Pretty soon, it will be time to head out on those fun summer road trips, packing up the car, grabbing the family and hitting the open road. But before you leave the driveway, you need to make sure…
Whether you are headed out on a cross-country journey, taking a road trip with the kids or just commuting to work, your best friend is right in your pocket. If you have a smartphone, you can get traffic directions, find the cheapest gas and access a wealth of information with just the touch of a…
Now that winter has loosened its icy grip, spring ushers in the ideal weather for cleaning, repairing and renewing everything around us – including our cars. After enduring winter wear and tear like salt on the roads and slushy snow, now is a good time to evaluate the kind of stress your car has endured…
The price of fuel has been on the rise recently, leaving many drivers struggling to fill their tanks. Whether you drive a fancy sports car, a roomy SUV or a practical minivan, getting the best mileage you can is very important. That is why you drive carefully, avoiding jackrabbit starts and sudden stops. It is…
It is safe to assume that most Americans have found themselves stranded with a dead battery whether at home, at work or some place in between. In most cases, our first instinct is to either call a towing service or solicit the help of stranger willing to provide a jumpstart using jumper cables often buried…
Why do we purchase car repair? Cars, those steel, aluminum and fiberglass boxes that we use multiple times per day. Why do we buy them rather than a horse & buggy or bicycle? After all, they cost a lot of money to purchase, operate and then there is this wonderful thing that we call car…
The world has become more pet friendly, making it easier than ever for families to travel with their treasured companions for the holidays. Although dog sitters or kennels are viable options for some, many pet parents prefer to take their fur babies with them wherever they go. As a matter of fact, an infographic provided…
Winter weather may bring holiday delights, but it can also stir up trouble around your house, in your yard – and with your car. Cold weather can exacerbate underlying car problems, so you may begin to hear squeaks, squeals and other funny noises you haven’t heard before. These noises may be caused by the engine…
If you live in Southern California, you probably do not spend much time worrying about snow and ice. After all, the weather is warm and wonderful much of the time, and even rainfall is a relative rarity. But if you live in Plain City, Ohio, you spend a lot of time thinking about snow –…
Whether you are planning a family road trip for the summer or gearing up to get through the winter, taking good care of your car is essential. Regular maintenance, systems checks, oil changes and monitoring the tires are just a few things responsible car owners can do to ensure that their vehicles are in their…