Driving on the highway for the first time can be nerve racking, which is why it’s common for new drivers to only navigate local roads until they gain enough real-world experience to venture onto the interstate. Once a new driver is ready to take on a highway, being fully prepared can help a beginner make...
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If you have a car but don’t use it frequently, you might benefit from a pay-per-mile car insurance program to save on your insurance premiums. That’s because insurance companies base their rates on risk, and the less you drive, the lower your risk generally is of getting in an accident. Some of the reasons you...
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There’s no denying personal watercraft (Jet Skis) are an exhilarating ride and a fun way to spend an afternoon on a local lake or reservoir. Think of it as a snowmobile for the water. With horsepower similar to large outboard boat engines and acceleration equivalent to motorcycles, Jet Skis are much more than mere toys....
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There’s no denying motorcycle road trips can be a fun-filled adventure. But for motorcyclists, road tripping is not as simple as gassing up the car and heading off to your destination. There’s also a big difference between motorcycling along a local highway on a Sunday afternoon and traversing hundreds of miles on a cross-state journey....
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Prior to your road trip make sure to check the U.S. Department of State for Mexico travel information and Canada travel information for travel advisories, restrictions, and requirements. Driving or transporting your car from one state to the next is simple enough, but if you’re leaving the country it’s a whole different ballgame. Not having...
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Home maintenance is an ongoing process. From raking leaves and replacing shingles to cleaning disposals and replacing batteries in smoke detectors, there’s always something to take care of. And since many of us are spending more time than usual at home right now, this may be a good opportunity to tackle some of these important...
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When your teenager gets their car and license, you might feel both proud and nervous at the same time. This ritual of growing up means a newfound freedom for teens, and perhaps a few more gray hairs for mom and dad. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that teen drivers ages 16 to...
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If you’re always looking for a Wi-Fi connection to link to when you’re away from home, installing car Wi-Fi may make sense. From factory options to aftermarket devices, there are many ways to get Wi-Fi connectivity in your car. Learn more about what these systems do before making your decision. What is Wi-Fi in your...
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Whether you’re buying or selling a home — or you want to make sure you’re taking great care of the one you already own — the age of the roof is something that’s important to keep in mind. While a roof is designed to last years, it won’t last forever. Knowing how long a roof...
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Now that you’ve survived driving in the winter, getting around in spring should be a breeze, right? Not exactly. Spring presents its own unique challenges to motorists, experts say. For starters, there can be a “letting your guard down” mentality that sets in as the ice and snow have melted away, and pure giddiness over...
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For many people, Memorial Day is a time to celebrate freedom, in more ways than one. We salute the U.S. veterans who sacrificed to preserve and protect us. And many of us celebrate freedom of the road on this holiday. Memorial Day traffic is one of the heaviest, which translates into more accidents. According to...
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As winter snow starts to melt and icy roadways clear up under sunny spring skies, navigating streets and highways is a much more pleasurable and safer experience. It’s also the time when motorcycle owners begin to plan their first ride of the season. But before putting on your helmet and zipping off for an exhilarating ride,...
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It’s official: You’re going to be a homeowner. Now comes a critical step – making sure every room, wall and appliance is in tip-top shape and just the way you agreed upon with the seller before closing. Having a thorough new home walk through checklist beforehand can help ensure that you have your bases covered...
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It happens every year. The weather gets warmer, more people use outdoor grills – and incidents of grill-caused fires go up. In 2013-2017 outdoor grilling causes an annual average of 10,200 home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Gas grills cause more home fires than charcoal grills, the association adds. According to the Hearth,...
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With summer in full swing, it’s a great time to get out of the house and enjoy the outdoors as a family. Here are five affordable outdoor activities perfect for a sunny summer day.
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