The most sophisticated technology owned by consumers today isn’t held in their hands; it surrounds them every time they get into their vehicles. High-tech touches that previously were reserved for luxury vehicles are becoming commonplace even in the most affordable models, and those features will continue increasing as costs come down while interest and demand...
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The start of a new racing season is always an exciting time, and this year, it brings special cause for excitement. As Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the track for the 2017 season after missing the last half of the 2016 season, fans are more excited than ever to see the popular driver return. As...
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Lately, much fuss has been made about the collector car market’s current state, with opinions ranging from wildly optimistic to downright dire. The market, of course, isn’t necessarily a unified entity, which means one can find evidence to support a particular stance, even when those stances may be conflicting. An objective look shows that the...
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Contrary to general perception, most classic cars aren’t fragile flowers. In fact, many are anvil-tough, particularly American cars of the 1950s and 1960s, built with real Pennsylvania steel and very little plastic. But even these rolling bank vaults can be seriously screwed up by these five things: 1. Non-use This one is really is counterintuitive....
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Maybe you’ve seen them gathered in your local shopping center parking lot. Maybe you’ve attended a major event at the fairgrounds. If you’re like many other car enthusiasts, you’ve found yourself wanting to show off a ride of your own. Getting involved with car shows is easier than you might think. “If you see a...
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Maintaining your tires is one of the most important things you can do for your car. Next to your brakes, tires are the most important safety feature your car has – yet many times we don’t give them a second thought. But tires affect the way your vehicle handles, the quality of your ride and...
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The excitement of buying a new car can make even the most detail-oriented person want to rush through the process. Before you head to the lot, consider these tips from Forbes and Publiccounsel.org to help ensure you have a positive car-shopping experience. 1. Call before you go Scenario: You see a vehicle you like in an advertisement or...
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That newly washed car look never sticks around for long. The exterior loses its shine after one rainy day drive and it’s time to head to the car wash. However, with the recent advances in car paint technology, you may not need to. Nissan recently developed a self-cleaning car prototype that uses nano-paint technology to...
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Planning a road trip this summer? Depending on how gas prices shake out in the next couple months, that drive might cost more than you expected. When gas prices change drastically in a short time, you’re often left wondering who exactly controls the cost of gas.
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Here’s what grandparents should know before giving college money to their heirs. If you’re a grandparent, you know how hard it is to resist the urge to give your grandchildren everything—the extra cookie, a special toy, even an expensive college education. In fact, you may already be funneling money into a savings account earmarked for...
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Buckle up and turn your next road trip into a veritable treasure hunt If the words “flea market” bring to mind a few dozen people rummaging through boxes full of dusty knickknacks, prepare to be surprised. Thanks to television shows like Antiques Roadshow and American Pickers, flea markets have become attractive destination spots. Each year...
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