Facebook is testing a drone to bring Internet, via lasers, to remote areas. Amazon is experimenting with package delivery; and realtors, building inspectors and wedding photographers are using drones to provide birds’ eye views for their clients. One restaurant even used small drones with mistletoe to encourage kisses. Innovative uses of drones – unmanned aerial...
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Have you ever been confused as to the sounds coming from your vehicle when you brake? From grinding and rattling to thumping and squealing, you can learn how to decode the sounds, pinpoint their root causes, and figure out what they might mean for the health of your car. 4 Common brake noises and their...
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The phrase “exotic pets” brings up a plethora of associations, many of them negative. Illegally sourced monkeys, baby tigers, Burmese pythons let loose in the Everglades, these are just a few of the headlines that come to mind. But the truth is that these are just the most publicized examples of exotic pets. There are...
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When drivers are negligent, they can cause accidents and claim lives. But even everyday habits can have the same effect. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimates over 38,680 auto accident deaths occurred in the United States in 2020. Let’s look at some all-too-common habits that can cause auto accidents and tips for avoiding them...
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Looking for adventure in Big Country, USA? Then you very well could end up behind the wheel of a recreational vehicle (RV). In fact, RVs are more popular than ever, as there are 11.2 million U.S. households that own one, according to the RV Industry Association. It’s common for potential RV buyers to rent a...
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Depending on the type of business you own, buying a company car could provide some noteworthy benefits. It might come in handy for deliveries or driving between work locations, and the tax benefits of owning a business vehicle are substantial. But like any major purchase, there are several things to consider before you sign on...
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How often have you started to reheat something in your microwave, only to be greeted by the scent of microwave popcorn? As helpful as microwaves are in the kitchen, they have an annoying knack for holding on to food smells and splatters for an extended length of time. When you start to notice the lingering...
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You’ve reached the final phase of your motorcycle preparation journey: Buying your bike. An exciting step, but with so many types of motorcycles to choose from, a confusing one, too. Review this motorcycle-buying guide to become a confident, informed shopper and rider. Find out what motorcycle type is right for you and what to consider...
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The cardinal rule about displaying the American flag is to do it respectfully. In 1924, a committee of Army and Navy representatives met with other nation groups to work out a code of flag etiquette, establishing a set of rules for displaying Old Glory. The code, was approved by the committee on what became Flag...
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It’s hard to imagine a road trip nowadays without a soundtrack playing on your car’s stereo. In fact, music is a mainstay of pretty much any car trip, whether it’s a quick drive across town or a long-distance trek. Of course, the way we listen to music – and the devices on which that music...
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Terrance Williams EVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Nationwide Nationwide, a longtime sponsor of Latina Style and NASCAR, recently brought together two great organizations for one tremendous outcome. On October 19, Alba Colon, one of the most powerful women in sports and a top female NASCAR engineer for Chevy Racing, joined attendees of the Latina Style...
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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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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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