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  • How to Jump-Start a Motorcycle

    Family & Life June 4, 2020

    Fewer things are more disappointing than getting ready for a casual ride or just trying to head home from work — only to find out your motorcycle won’t start. There’s a wide range of reasons this can happen, but the likely cause is a drained or dead battery. Knowing how to test your battery and...

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    5 Personal Watercraft Safety Tips

    Recreational Vehicles May 5, 2020

    There’s nothing like a day on the water – jumping waves, the wind in your hair, the sun on your face. Riding a personal watercraft (PWC) can be thrilling, but like operating any other vessel, you must know the proper techniques and safety precautions to stay safe. Whether you have a Jet Ski, Sea-Doo, WaveRunner,...

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  • How to Get Your Motorcycle Ready for Spring

    Motorcycles March 9, 2020

    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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    Online Business Ideas You Can Start Today

    Starting December 20, 2019

    The internet continues to create new opportunities for savvy entrepreneurs, particularly when it comes to starting an online business. The costs have the potential to be smaller compared to brick-and-mortar organizations, and the audience that your products or services can reach is vast. While opening an online business has its advantages — working for yourself,...

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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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    DIY Car Maintenance Projects Anyone Can Do

    Maintenance October 30, 2019

    Regular maintenance is key to maximizing your vehicle’s performance, but it can mean long hours and high prices at the repair shop. With a few tools and a little know-how, any driver can perform basic car repairs and maintenance. Fixing your own vehicle not only saves time and money, it can also be fun. So...

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    How to Hire the Right Employees

    Growing October 18, 2019

    If you want to expand your business, finding employees with specific skills, such as accounting, sales or IT, should be a top priority. Searching for new talent is a good problem to have because it means your company is growing. But finding the right people in the timeframe you require can be challenging. Because the...

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    What Kind of Motor Oil Should I Use?

    Maintenance May 15, 2019

    It all comes down to personal preference. Below, we help you weigh the pros and cons of synthetic and conventional motor oil. For consumers who are looking for ways to save money, motor oil may seem like a good place to cut some costs. While it’s relatively inexpensive as far as car maintenance goes, using...

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    5 Tips for Converting a Garage to a Room

    Maintenance February 15, 2019

    When you’re looking for extra space in your home, garages are logical places to turn. Whether you need an extra room, a bit of rental income, or just want to spread out, chances are, with some modifications, your home has the space you need. Before you convert your garage to livable space, you must attend...

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    10 of the Most Reliable Cars

    Buying / Selling January 18, 2019

    When shopping for a new car, look for one that will go the extra mile. A car with durable features and auto parts, such as updated technology and a long-lasting engine, can save you future financial headaches. We took a look at J.D. Power’s Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which reports the frequency of problems after...

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    3 Simple Ways to Start Marketing Your Business Online

    Growing April 2, 2018

    It has become increasingly easy to draw attention to your business without spending a fortune. That’s because many consumers look first and foremost online for goods and services. They are a motivated audience. But a smart online marketing strategy can make it easier for you to connect with them. It can generate interest in your...

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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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    3 of the Best Online Businesses You Can Start from Home

    Starting January 30, 2018

    With the boom in the Internet, starting an online business is more practical than ever. Potential customers are spending more time online than ever before, and many companies require internet-related services. You can run an online business part-time or full-time, and the range of options is extensive. Here are a few possibilities to explore. 1....

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    4 Places to Find Classic Car Parts

    Buying / Selling December 29, 2017

    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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    What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and What Does it Do?

    Maintenance September 20, 2017

    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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