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    Touring Raleigh’s Triangle and Beyond, Where Old South Meets Cutting Edge

    Travel & Outdoors November 17, 2016

    Raleigh, the tidy, oak-studded capital of North Carolina, is on the Piedmont plateau in the north-central part of the state, between the Appalachians and the Atlantic Coast – the prosperous heart of the state. It is one of the three cities comprising the zone that’s known as the Research Triangle, a name referring to the...

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    Top 10 Shortcuts to Car Safety, Reliability and Better Gas Mileage from Hagerty

    Maintenance October 21, 2016

    If you just purchased a new-to-you vintage car, or if your current vehicle needs some light upgrades but you just don’t know where to start, here is some good news! These are ten common, easy-enough enhancements that will inspire confidence and get you on the road! 1. Tires make the world go ‘round. Since tires...

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    Hagerty Price Guide: Classic Car Market Update

    Buying / Selling October 17, 2016

    Lately, much fuss has been made about the collector car market’s current state, with opinions ranging from wildly optimistic to downright dire. The market, of course, isn’t necessarily a unified entity, which means one can find evidence to support a particular stance, even when those stances may be conflicting. An objective look shows that the...

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    5 Things That Will Kill Your Classic Car from Hagerty

    Classic Cars October 7, 2016

    Contrary to general perception, most classic cars aren’t fragile flowers. In fact, many are anvil-tough, particularly American cars of the 1950s and 1960s, built with real Pennsylvania steel and very little plastic. But even these rolling bank vaults can be seriously screwed up by these five things: 1. Non-use This one is really is counterintuitive....

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    5 Ways to Help Avoid a Dead Car Battery During the Summer

    Maintenance August 10, 2016

    Most of us have experienced that dreadful moment when the car simply refuses to start. While we often equate dead batteries with those frigid temperatures of winter, did you know that summer months are actually harder on your car’s battery? In fact, batteries in cold climates have a life expectancy of 51 months, while those...

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    On a Roll: Scooters Hitting the Streets Again

    Family & Life August 9, 2016

    In the 1980s, scooters and mopeds enjoyed brisk sales and became a popular way for getting around town. But the demand for these low-cost rides seemed to disappear almost immediately, thanks, in part, to more economical cars and falling gas prices. Recent years have seen consumers revisiting the idea of hitting the street on two...

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    Car Show 101: How to Get the Most Out of Your Car Show Experience

    Classic Cars July 25, 2016

    For automotive enthusiasts, summer brings an added bonus to its laid-back vibe of fun in the sun: an abundance of car shows. Whether it’s a somewhat casual gathering organized by a local car club or a curated show like Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, these shows share one common offering: the chance to ooh, ahh and...

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    How to Enter Your First Car Show

    Classic Cars July 22, 2016

    Maybe you’ve seen them gathered in your local shopping center parking lot. Maybe you’ve attended a major event at the fairgrounds. If you’re like many other car enthusiasts, you’ve found yourself wanting to show off a ride of your own. Getting involved with car shows is easier than you might think. “If you see a...

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    Keep Summer Road Trips Fun with These Car Safety Checks [Slideshow]

    Maintenance May 26, 2016

    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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    Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Collection of Cars Aren’t “Too Nice to Drive” – And That’s Why He Loves Them [Video]

    NASCAR March 11, 2016

    There’s no question that Dale Earnhardt Jr. has a special relationship with the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS, but it is definitely not the only vehicle in his life. In fact, the life-long car enthusiast has nearly a half dozen cars in his personal collection that make the NASCAR driver’s heart race. “I don’t like...

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    TV Ads Show Fans the Many Sides of Dale Jr. [Video]

    NASCAR February 17, 2016

    Racing fans know Dale Earnhardt Jr. as a natural-born race car driver with a persona that’s larger than life. But as you’re about to learn in a new series of commercials for Nationwide, there’s much more to the man than his innate racing talent. Dale Jr. isn’t just sponsored by Nationwide; he has also been...

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    Puppy Proofing 101: Making Your Home Dog-Friendly

    Maintenance December 22, 2015

    You may be ready to give your new puppy lots of love and attention, but how ready is your home? Puppy proofing a house is like baby proofing. And like babies, puppies are inquisitive explorers ready to get into whatever they can without a second thought. Use this puppy-proofing guide to help keep your furry...

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    Be Prepared: Planning Ahead Makes Sure Your Bases are Covered in an Accident

    Safety December 18, 2015

    It’s safe to say we don’t leave our homes thinking an accident is just around the corner.  But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t leave the house prepared for one. Planning ahead means that, in case an accident does happen, you’ll know what to do. Here are five things you need to do to make sure...

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    Safe Tires for a Smooth Ride [Video]

    Maintenance November 19, 2015

    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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    7 Hypermiling Tips to Help Improve Your Fuel Economy

    Maintenance August 6, 2014

    Making small adjustments to how you drive and maintain your car can help you slash lower your fuel consumption and improve your gas mileage.  These hypermiling tips may not only save you money at the pump; they can also help you become a safer driver and extend the life of your car. 1. Keep idling...

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