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    Expert Car Packing Tips to Know Before Your Next Trip

    Maintenance March 14, 2016

    At first glance it may seem the rear compartment of your hatchback or sport utility vehicle can easily accommodate all of the luggage you need for a trip, but when it comes down to it, you may suddenly find there isn’t as much room as you thought. There’s a real art to safely and efficiently...

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    Be Prepared: Planning Ahead Makes Sure Your Bases are Covered in an Accident

    Safety December 18, 2015

    It’s safe to say we don’t leave our homes thinking an accident is just around the corner.  But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t leave the house prepared for one. Planning ahead means that, in case an accident does happen, you’ll know what to do. Here are five things you need to do to make sure...

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    What to Pack for an RV Trip: Don’t Forget the Basics

    Recreational Vehicles November 6, 2015

    Before you put that recreational vehicle in gear, it’s best to prepare thoroughly. That will ensure your next trip is a joy, not a drag. It also means looking beyond the basics, such as a full gas tank and stocked refrigerator. Before you start your next journey, you might assemble a to-do list.  Here are...

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    Pet-Friendly Airlines: Which One Fits Your Needs?

    Pets December 16, 2014

    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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    A History of Car Safety: A Century of Automotive Innovations [Infographic]

    Safety June 25, 2014

    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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    5 Extravagant Ways to Pamper Your Pet

    Pets April 27, 2014

    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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    5 Safety Tips for Driving Near RVs

    Recreational Vehicles July 26, 2013

    As the weather warms, more and more RVs can be seen rolling along the highways. Driving next to such large vehicles can be intimidating, so treat RVs the same as you would a semi-truck (some RVs are nearly as large, and have similar mirror set-ups and handling abilities). When driving near an RV, keep these five tips in mind, and practice the same precautions when you’re on the road with any large vehicle.

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    Why Gas Prices Fluctuate

    On Your Own May 30, 2013

    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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    Record-Breaking Tornadoes in U.S. History

    Home - Safety April 12, 2013

    Hollywood tornadoes may whisk you away to the magical land of Oz, but real life twisters can destroy an entire neighborhood in minutes. Here are some of the largest, fastest and most destructive tornadoes in United States history.

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  • Driver looking in the rear-view mirror.

    Learner’s Permit Primer: Sample Learner’s Permit Questions

    New Drivers January 21, 2013

    This quiz can help your teen get ready to roll. For teenagers who are gearing up to earn a learner’s permit to drive, the process inevitably requires an exam to test knowledge of your state’s traffic laws. While some questions on state sites specifically speak to local laws, the following practice questions address universal, safe-driving...

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