Have you ever wondered why so many flights get delayed? Or how much luggage is lost at airports each year? Find the answers to those questions and more in our infographic that highlights the most common airport problems you may encounter before take-off. Airport Obstacles — By The Numbers Nowadays, creating a travel itinerary is...
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When temperatures skid to below freezing, you don’t need to garage your motorcycle until spring. You just need gear and gadgets designed for cold-weather riding. Like these: Gear Rather than pile on the layers, get better layers. Motorcycle gear with innovative materials, used by the likes of BMW and Rukka, adapt to the weather to...
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For pet owners who want to fly with their animals, searching airlines’ policies and restrictions may seem daunting. To make the chore easier, check out the following chart as well as the kennel and location restrictions below to find a pet airline that meets the needs of you and your pet. Airline pet policy Cabin,...
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We’ve all heard myths and rumors about how safe or efficient household appliances are. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular ones and see what’s fact and what’s fiction. 1. Rinse your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher Actually, rinsing dishes before loading them in the dishwasher doesn’t get them any...
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After moving into a new home, it’s going to hit you: The rooms won’t decorate themselves. While the idea of spending more money makes your stomach churn, it is possible to furnish on a budget. Here are some less expensive ideas from Better Home and Gardens to get your ideal interior. Garage sales galore One...
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Making small adjustments to how you drive and maintain your car can help you slash lower your fuel consumption and improve your gas mileage. These hypermiling tips may not only save you money at the pump; they can also help you become a safer driver and extend the life of your car. 1. Keep idling...
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The evolution of car safety has been a fascinating combination of technology, information, laws, and more - making our roads safer. See how our infographic tracks other important milestones in the past century of car safety.
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Today is national Pet Parent’s Day®, the only official day celebrating pet caregivers. You spend all year spoiling your pets and spending lavishly on them, so why not use this today as an excuse to go over the top?
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Learning how to drive is a major milestone in anyone’s life. If your son or daughter is getting behind the wheel for the first time, you’re probably a very proud parent. And you know it’s important to teach your teen that driving is a privilege - not a right.
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More accidents occur there than you’d think. Here’s how to protect yourself. While it may be overlooked as a potential danger zone, you shouldn’t ignore the risks of driving in a parking lot: In findings based upon its claims data, Nationwide estimates that 13% of automobile accidents occur in parking lots. Why? Because parking lots...
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Drowsy driving is a risky—and possibly fatal—behavior. Find out how to stay sharp behind the wheel So you think driving while drowsy is “no big deal?” Think again. While it doesn’t claim the same degree of notoriety as driving under the influence or driving and texting, this behavior is still very dangerous. Drowsy driving causes...
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What would you do during a power outage to have fun? At one time or another, you’ll likely be caught in a blackout, so it's important to be prepared - especially if you have kids at home. Here are some entertaining ideas.
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You can lapse into bad habits no matter how experienced you are. Even seasoned motorists can slip up on certain, potentially unsafe practices. To find out what those mistakes are, we recently spoke to Bill Windsor, associate vice president of consumer safety for Nationwide. Pushing the limits of a yellow light. It’s easy for a...
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It could be the nearly irresistible urge to “take command” with unsolicited driving directives every time you’re a passenger in a vehicle. Or that sudden “shriek” you let out whenever you feel your comfort zone violated. Either way, you’re exhibiting signs of backseat driver syndrome. While some may shrug off this behavior as simply part...
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A car is a major investment, and you want to keep your ride running safely for a good, long time. Thanks to better technology, today’s cars can last for 200,000 and even 300,000 miles. To do so, you have to keep your vehicle in top shape by having routine work done by a mechanic you...
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