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  • bad weather driving

    How to Drive in Bad Weather [Video]

    New Drivers November 7, 2019

    Whether you’re a new driver or an experienced one, driving in bad weather is still stressful. You may actually stay safer on the road by knowing some basics about driving in inclement weather. Check out this short video and read below for tips on driving in bad weather. How to drive safely in blizzards, floods...

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    Top Auto Insurance Myths

    Buying / Selling October 30, 2019

    With all the information available at our fingertips, it can be difficult to weed out what is true and what is misleading. This holds true for auto insurance. Does the purchase of a spiffy red sedan hit you harder in the wallet, as far as insurance costs go? Will your insurance go up after just...

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    Safety Tips for The Holidays [Slideshow]

    Home - Safety October 18, 2019

    From candles to candy and trees to toys, nearly every joyful holiday tradition also carries the potential for accidents and injuries. Even just the cold winter weather can be dangerous for the pipes in your home. Safety experts say a bit of forethought and preparation can head off many common holiday mishaps. In fact, recent research...

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    Keeping Kids Safe in and Around Cars

    Safety October 16, 2019

    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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    6 Vintage Motorcycle Restoration Tips

    Maintenance July 24, 2019

    Ready to restore a vintage motorcycle? You can ride down the open road with a one-of-a-kind bike that you restored bolt by bolt. Or, you can also try to make some extra money on a motorcycle restoration. Research suggests that more people are willing to pay top dollar for classic motorcycles. A 1951 Vincent Black...

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    How Ridesharing is Changing the Future of Car Ownership

    Buying / Selling July 18, 2019

    Since the post-World War II years – dating back at least to the 1950s – Americans have been in love with the automobile. Coming of driving age and earning that all-important driver’s license became a rite of passage that has been the focal point of many a teenager’s existence. But today, that love affair with...

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    Planning an In-Law Suite: What to Consider

    Home - Safety June 5, 2019

    As parents get older, they often include their adult children in deciding what type of housing they should consider. One of today’s trends is the rise of mother-in-law suites, which can also be called granny suites, granny pods and granny flats. These separate-but-connected spaces provide a way for adult children and their aging parents to...

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    Holiday Theft Prevention Tips

    Home - Safety January 14, 2019

    The holidays are a cheerful time, but while you’re celebrating, someone may be eyeing those new gifts. Beware of the burglars waiting to get their hands on your presents. Here are some tips to help avoid being a victim of theft over the holidays: 1. Save the status updates for later Four out of five...

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    7 Ways to Protect Your Home While You’re Away [Infographic]

    Home - Safety August 11, 2018

    Here are ways to prep your house before you hit the road for vacation or holiday travel so it doesn’t look empty and attract the attention of robbers. 1. Simulate activity Controlling your lights with timers only goes so far in faking activity at your house while you’re on vacation, says Mark Clement, home improvement,...

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    What Are Home Automation Systems?

    Home - Safety April 4, 2018

    There was a time when opening your garage door from inside your car was the latest in personal technology. Now, an increased number of smart home appliances are making everyday life a little bit easier. Used alone or together, smart appliances and home automation systems can reduce your energy costs. You can control smart thermostats...

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    Your Guide to the 6 Most Common Styles of Homes

    Buying / Selling March 21, 2018

    If you’re looking to buy a house, one of the first questions a real estate agent will ask is what kind of house you’re seeking. Everyone usually has a preference, and knowing what yours is can help your agent understand what options to show you. Because buying a home is a long-term commitment, it’s important...

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  • Two-Stroke Smoke: Hagerty’s Guide to 2-Stroke Motorcycles

    Classic Cars February 23, 2018

    Like the horse and buggy, in their era 2-stroke motorcycles were a highly useful technology that eventually got left behind. That’s good news for collectors today, as they’re cheap, plentiful and fun – and range from mild to wild. The history of 2-stroke motorcycles They are quick and light, smoky and loud, consume gas at...

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    Hot Rod Repair & Preventative Maintenance Tips

    Classic Cars February 1, 2018

    Vintage car maintenance differs from contemporary car maintenance in a couple of ways. First, a vintage car has different parts that can’t be hooked up to a computer for diagnostics. Second, you probably aren’t driving it every day, so some of the benchmarks typically used to calculate when maintenance is due may not apply while...

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    6 Energy-Efficient Technologies to Make Your Home Greener

    Home - Technology & Trends December 11, 2017

    Installing energy-saving technology is a great idea, whether you’re moving into a new place or upgrading your current home. Different devices and types of technology can increase the comfort of your home and help you save money. They can also help you become more environmentally conscious. There’s an increasing array of devices and software programs...

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    Indispensable Tools for Your Basic Tool Kit [Slideshow]

    Maintenance December 7, 2017

    Owning the right basic tools makes life easier, whether it’s having the right screwdriver to assemble new furniture, a wrench to tighten faucets and training wheels or a hammer that will last a lifetime. Here’s a look at what you should have in your basic tool set to help you tackle virtually any home improvement...

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