When it comes to home automation devices, there are more ways to make your house safer, more comfortable and modern than ever before. You can connect appliances, security systems, doorbells and even pet feeders to the internet for automation and remote monitoring. The best home automation devices can help save you time and money. Here’s...
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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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Restoring a classic car is a labor of love that can pay off in pride and personal satisfaction. Whether it’s a car that has been in your family for many years or a storage find that you got a great deal on, or you want to revive a car you loved as a teenager, there...
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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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Tire technology may not grab headlines like other car technology but tires have a dramatic effect on how your car operates. As the only thing between your car and the road, tires are one of the most important components in a vehicle’s performance and safety. At first glance, the tires of 50 years ago look...
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Owning a classic car can be a pleasure, whether you enjoy vintage designs, tinkering with engines or the bygone era these cars evoke. Perhaps you’ve found your dream classic car, but it needs a bit of work to become road-ready again. Or, maybe you want to learn more about the inner workings of your classic...
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Accumulating things is just part of life. There are the items we need, and then there are those we don’t really need — but how much is too much? At a certain point, you may feel overwhelmed or crowded by all of your stuff. Your things may cease to have meaning, or worse, you may...
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Remodeling with sustainability in mind is easier than you think, and may generate savings through reduced energy usage. Going green, however, requires more forethought than money to make your home durable, healthy and pleasing. Here are just a few of the options and products you can use to make your remodeling projects more sustainable. 1....
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For the last 40 years, two-car families have been the norm in the United States. And it hasn’t been uncommon for some families to own three or more cars But auto-industry experts now say societal and technological changes could spell the end of the two-car family. “Right now in the U.S., 57% of households have...
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VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number, a string of characters that identifies a car. Every passenger vehicle manufactured for U.S. sale since 1981 has a standardized VIN, while the VINs on older cars may vary in length and character type depending on the manufacturer. How many numbers are in a VIN? Each VIN consists of...
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You know the basics: Come to a complete stop at a red light, follow the speed limit – and so on. But what about the more obscure state traffic laws? Here are 50 of the craziest state driving laws: Alabama – No driving while blindfolded Alaska – It’s illegal to tie a dog to...
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For some people, cars aren’t just for driving; they become part of a collection. Whether it’s a particular marque or vehicles from a certain era, collectors have different reasons for wanting to add more cars to their fleet – and oftentimes, it has little to do with driving them. “I collect for a car’s ability...
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Finding a leak under your car can be concerning, but it happens to everyone! So how do you know which leaks are serious and which to ignore? And better yet, how soon do you need to get it fixed? Before racing to the mechanic, check out our guide to help identify what fluid is leaking...
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Choosing the right contractor for your renovation or building project is one of the most important construction decisions you will make. A good contractor can ensure quality work and a smooth renovation, while the wrong one can trigger nightmares. Here are eight tips to help you make the right choice when hiring a contractor: 1....
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Classic car shows are the auto lover’s equivalent of a candy store. There are so many different makes, models and marques all in one place. There’s also no better place for car enthusiasts to find one another, to gawk admiringly at a lovingly restored vintage vehicle or swap a story or two about your experiences...
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