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    Car Waxing Guide

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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

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    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

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  • Far away view of tractor trailer on highway

    How to Share the Road with Semi Trucks & Cyclists

    Safety November 21, 2019

    Who doesn’t get a little edgy driving near a semi on the highway? More than 250,000 accidents between passenger cars and 18-wheelers happen each year - with auto drivers contributing to over 70% of the crashes. Many of these collisions could be avoided - and fears reduced - if car drivers knew how to share the road with trucks safely.

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    Best Gas Mileage SUVs & Trucks for 2019

    Buying / Selling April 24, 2019

    Fuel efficiency is an important consideration when you’re purchasing a new vehicle. Not only is a fuel-efficient vehicle better for the environment, but it also reduces your out-of-pocket expenses. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, vehicles that get more than 25 miles to the gallon can save more than $5,000 in fuel costs over...

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  • Two men sitting in a black car.

    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

    Safety March 15, 2023

    Driving in a roundabout can be confusing and sometimes dangerous if you aren't aware of the proper protocols. Read our guide.

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    9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit

    Safety January 11, 2023

    Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.

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    First-Time Car Buyer’s Guide: Tips and Tools

    Buying / Selling December 22, 2022

    Want to buy your first car but don’t know where to start? Follow these tips to set yourself up for success.

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    What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

    Buying / Selling December 16, 2022

    In the market for a used car? Here’s what you need to know while you’re looking.

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    How Does Inflation Affect Car Prices?

    Buying / Selling December 13, 2022

    Just like many other goods and services, car prices are not immune to the impacts of inflation. Discover how inflation affects car prices.

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  • A person outdoors filling up the gas tank of a car.

    The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars: How to Find the Right One

    Buying / Selling December 12, 2022

    Get better gas mileage with the cars that rank the highest for fuel efficiency.

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    Common Car Smells and What They Mean

    Maintenance September 21, 2022

    If you’ve noticed gas, sulfur, sweet, or burning smells coming from your car that you can’t get rid of, it may be time to bring your car to a mechanic for repair. These smells could be a sign of more serious problems with your car’s engine, such as overheating. Here are some types of smells...

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    How to Drive in the Rain

    Safety September 14, 2022

    Driving in the rain can be a slippery situation - slick road conditions, poor visibility and possible hydroplaning or skidding. More than 1 million weather-related crashes occur each year – most on wet pavement and nearly half while raining. Smart drivers know techniques for driving in the rain, avoiding hydroplaning and using the vehicle’s safety features. Here are some tips for driving in wet conditions that you can save for a rainy day.

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    How to Jump-Start a Car

    Maintenance June 27, 2022

    When your ride suddenly won’t start from a dead battery, knowing how to use jumper cables is a good skill to have. At first, jump-starting a car can seem like a stressful situation, but you’ll quickly realize it’s one of the easiest ways to start your vehicle. To bring your battery back to life, all...

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  • How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

    Vehicle May 9, 2022

    If you find yourself wondering how to protect yourself from catalytic converter theft, you’re not alone. Catalytic converter theft is on the rise lately, making it a common concern among many car owners. Catalytic converter theft can also be costly and will leave your car inoperable until the catalytic converter is replaced. Here’s everything you...

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    Protect your house with a lightning protection system

    Home March 14, 2022

    What happens if lightning strikes your house Did you know that every year, the probability of your house getting struck by lightning is 1 in 2001? Luckily, the probability of you getting struck by lightning is only 1 in 500,0002, but that begs the question – what happens if your home is that 1 in...

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    How to Use a Car Jack

    Maintenance March 14, 2022

    If you’ve ever had a flat tire out on the open road, you know that a car jack can be a driver’s best friend. If you’ve been lucky enough to avoid this misfortune, you might be wondering, what is a car jack? A car jack is a piece of equipment used to partially lift a...

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    How Much Does it Cost to Move?

    Family & Life March 11, 2022

    Nothing stresses people out like having to uproot their lives, transporting their belongings tens, hundreds, even thousands of miles away. While the endless boxes and hours of packing and unpacking involved in moving can certainly take a toll, one of the worst parts of moving, especially for first-time movers, is the uncertainty. How do you...

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