9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit
Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.
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How to Winterize a Car in 11 Easy Steps
Taking time to prepare your car for winter weather is a smart way to help make time on the road safer and more comfortable. Why car winterization is essential Snow, ice and freezing temperatures can affect the way cars operate and make driving more difficult and hazardous. Ensuring your car is prepared for winter can...
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15 Common Car Dashboard Symbols
Knowing what your car dashboard symbols mean is extremely important. This guide breaks down the most common dashboard warning lights and icons.
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12 Reasons Why Your Car Won’t Start
It’s one of the worst things that can happen to a driver. You turn the key in your car’s ignition, perhaps hear a few alarming noises and then nothing. Whether in the parking lot after dinner, in your driveway before work, or at the rest stop after you’ve stopped for snacks, there’s never really a...
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How to Get Your Car Out of Mud
If you’ve ever found yourself in this slippery, sinking situation, you know that getting your car out of the mud can be a maddening experience. Here are tips on how to avoid getting stuck, how to get your vehicle out of mud, and what not to do. What to do when your car is stuck...
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What to Do After a Car Accident
Auto accidents can happen to anyone, no matter how safe a driver they are. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender in the neighborhood or a more serious collision on the highway, there are a few things you should always do when you’ve been involved in an accident. These tips will help you know what to do...
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Keeping Kids Safe in and Around Cars
To help create a safe environment for your infant and/or young child, you need to pay attention to your vehicle and its surroundings. Here’s how to keep kids safe in and around cars: Car-seat safety Evaluate whether the car seat or booster seat is a proper fit for your car (not all are). The car...
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Keep Summer Road Trips Fun with These Car Safety Checks [Slideshow]
Few things are more frustrating than a car breakdown when you’re on a road trip. Such incidents may put your safety and your finances in jeopardy. Let’s face it, few of us are cost conscious about repairs when we’re stranded. “While many drivers think about the importance of readying their vehicle for cold weather in...
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How to Replace a Brake Light
Have you ever had a brake light go out and were not sure what to do next? It can seem intimidating, but with the right tools and knowledge, you can replace that brake light in no time. Keep reading for a comprehensive guide on changing your brake light, including step-by-step instructions, the tools you’ll need...
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10 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage
Sure, buying a hybrid vehicle can increase your fuel efficiency – but what if you can’t afford a new vehicle right now, or don’t like any of the current hybrid offerings? There are a lot of ways to reduce your fuel consumption, even if your daily ride’s been in the driveway for a few years.
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Road Trip Tips: 9 Ways to Help You Thrive While You Drive
Whether you’re planning a cross-country trip or just a quick weekend getaway, here are some road trips to keep in mind while making plans. Like any other type of travel, road trips can come with stressors and hurdles to navigate. These road trip tips will help you enjoy a safe and successful journey: 1. Road...
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How to Prepare for a Hurricane or Tropical Storm [Slideshow]
Are you prepared for hurricane season? In an average season, about 18 named storms occur. Of those storms, 3 are typically major hurricanes and another 6 vary in intensity, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).[1] The time to prepare for a hurricane is before it hits. By knowing how to prepare for...
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How to Fix a Flat Tire Without a Spare
If you haven’t bought a new car in a few years, you may be in for a surprise the next time you need to change your tire. For about the past four years, most car manufacturers have been leaving an old standard off of new cars: the spare tire. “It’s been a slow, progressive change,”...
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Wildfire Safety Guide for Homes & Businesses
You don’t have to live near a canyon or forest for your property to be threatened by wildfire. Nearly 1/3 of U.S. homes are in wildfire-prone areas, according to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS). The impact of a wildfire can be tragic and expensive. For instance, the U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Department of the Interior spend a staggering $3.5 billion a year combating the fires. Key to lessening the damage to homes and businesses is knowledge and preparation.
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How Much Should You Spend on Rent?
Learning how to live on your own can be an exciting time in your life, but it’s also a big and costly transition. One of the first and most important decisions you’ll need to make involves finding a place to live that fits your budget. Because this is typically your largest expense, it raises the...
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