Fans of Dale Earnhardt Jr. know that the love of his life is his fiancé, Amy Reimann. So why is he spending all his time at the track with someone named Amelia? Because, the driver explains, he believes that Amelia is the one who will secure his third Daytona 500 victory. And by all appearances...
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is one of the most high-profile drivers of our time. Both on and off the track, he is recognized and admired by fans. But while Dale Jr. makes it look effortless, those who want to follow in his footsteps will soon learn that the road to racing is not an easy one....
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While teens eagerly look forward to getting their drivers licenses, parents often approach it with apprehension, knowing it will automatically increase their insurance rates. In fact, according to the Insurance Information Institute, adding a teen girl to your policy could cause your rates to go up 50 percent or more, while adding a teen boy...
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Maintaining your tires is one of the most important things you can do for your car. Next to your brakes, tires are the most important safety feature your car has – yet many times we don’t give them a second thought. But tires affect the way your vehicle handles, the quality of your ride and...
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When temperatures skid to below freezing, you don’t need to garage your motorcycle until spring. You just need gear and gadgets designed for cold-weather riding. Like these: Gear Rather than pile on the layers, get better layers. Motorcycle gear with innovative materials, used by the likes of BMW and Rukka, adapt to the weather to...
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Whether you enjoy watching auto races, fantasize about modifying your daily driver or simply want to get the latest from the auto world, we have you covered. Check out these apps, recommended by CNET and Automobile Magazine, to satisfy your inner gearhead. For the Motorsports Fan Driving Sports TV (iPhone, Android, free) Have automotive entertainment at...
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That newly washed car look never sticks around for long. The exterior loses its shine after one rainy day drive and it’s time to head to the car wash. However, with the recent advances in car paint technology, you may not need to. Nissan recently developed a self-cleaning car prototype that uses nano-paint technology to...
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Do you remember the last time you reviewed your car insurance policy? If not, maybe it’s time to take a look. You might be able to pay less for your car insurance premium and not even know it. Here are 10 tips to see if you may be eligible to save more.
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The evolution of car safety has been a fascinating combination of technology, information, laws, and more - making our roads safer. See how our infographic tracks other important milestones in the past century of car safety.
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More accidents occur there than you’d think. Here’s how to protect yourself. While it may be overlooked as a potential danger zone, you shouldn’t ignore the risks of driving in a parking lot: In findings based upon its claims data, Nationwide estimates that 13% of automobile accidents occur in parking lots. Why? Because parking lots...
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A car is a major investment, and you want to keep your ride running safely for a good, long time. Thanks to better technology, today’s cars can last for 200,000 and even 300,000 miles. To do so, you have to keep your vehicle in top shape by having routine work done by a mechanic you...
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As the weather warms, more and more RVs can be seen rolling along the highways. Driving next to such large vehicles can be intimidating, so treat RVs the same as you would a semi-truck (some RVs are nearly as large, and have similar mirror set-ups and handling abilities). When driving near an RV, keep these five tips in mind, and practice the same precautions when you’re on the road with any large vehicle.
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All cars have four wheels, so what exactly differentiates four-wheel drive from other driving systems? Four-wheel drive (4WD) refers to vehicles in which the engine powers all four wheels at the same time. These 4WD cars often allow drivers to switch from two- to four-wheel drive as conditions require. If you like going off-road for...
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Take these steps the next time you run into a traffic jam. Auto manufacturers are creating smart cars that initiate braking activity when you get too close to a vehicle in heavy traffic. And highway departments can report when there are dangerous conditions ahead. But when in heavy traffic, the ultimate influence on your safety...
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Save some money next time you need a lift Renting a car can seem complicated to the uninitiated. How do you know, for example, whether to buy into all of those upsell packages, gas options and other choices? Given this, you need a car rental game plan to prevent yourself from signing away a large...
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