Moped vs. Scooter: What Is the Difference?
Want to know the key differences between mopeds and scooters? Here's a comparison.
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How to Get Your Motorcycle License
You’ve officially decided you want a motorcycle, but where do you begin? It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the costs, different state requirements, safety courses, permits, exams and more. We can help you navigate the road from permits and practice to riding gear and choosing a bike. The cost of a motorcycle license After passing...
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What’s the difference between a sunroof and moonroof?
If you’ve ever wanted a little extra fresh air or sunlight while driving, a sunroof or moonroof can provide both without letting all the weather in. Whether you’re trying to decide if you want to purchase a new vehicle with a sunroof or moonroof or you’d like to have one added to your current car,...
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Common Car Smells and What They Mean
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
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
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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Signs and Symptoms of a Bad Muffler – Now From Nationwide
Signs Your Muffler is Bad and Needs to Be Replaced You enjoy listening to tunes in the car, but lately it’s becoming harder to hear the music. Is it your imagination or the muffler? You figure you’ll wait and see. This may not be the best move because mufflers are all about safety. What is...
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What to Do When Hydroplaning [Video]
Driving in wet conditions can cause several issues, including lowered visibility or the need for longer braking distances. It can also cause your car to hydroplane. If you’ve ever driven on wet roads or through a puddle of standing water and felt like you didn’t have control of your vehicle, you may have already experienced...
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How to Keep Mice, Rats, & Other Rodents Out of Your Car
Chilly days and nights prompt rodents, especially mice, to seek warmth – often under the hoods of cars. Mice in your car are more than just a nuisance, they can be dangerous. Here are some tips on how to help keep mice and other pests out of your car.¹ How do mice get in cars...
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Why are Rental Cars so Expensive?
There’s nothing quite like being in a new place and having the freedom to go wherever you like, whenever you like. Sure, public transportation is an option, and you can certainly call a cab in most places, but being the master of your own transportation is whole new degree of freedom. That’s where having a...
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What to Do When the Check Engine Light Comes on
The dashboard of a car is full of mysterious lights that run the gamut from warning to a friendly reminder. Most of these lights remain dark most of the time, and when they do emerge, few people understand all of them. The check engine light is cardinal among these cryptic signals, with many possible reasons...
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How to Change Windshield Wipers
No one ever thinks much about their windshield wipers until it’s pouring rain and they’re listening to a symphony of squeaks. Just like tires, oil and brakes, your windshield wiper blades gradually become worn down over time and must be replaced. But for those who’ve suddenly found their rainy day visibility lacking, there’s good news....
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Distracted Driving: Texting and Driving Statistics and Facts
Nearly half a million people are injured in distracted driving-related accidents each year. Learn about how to steer clear of the dangers of distracted driving. What is distracted driving? Distracted driving is a true hazard of the road. It’s the cause of countless accidents and is completely preventable. Activities ranging from eating to texting divert...
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How to Freeze Your Credit
In a world that only grows more digital, personal information like your credit is at greater risk than ever. If someone manages to get their hands on any of your sensitive information, they may be able to open a credit account in your name and rack up a bewildering amount of fraudulent charges. With threats...
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How to Change a Flat Tire
When you experience car trouble, it’s nice to know that help is most often just a phone call away. But a little education about some basic car maintenance and repair will go a long way if you’re ever caught in a tricky situation. Flat tires are a common roadside problem. Unfortunately, since you can’t do...
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