Tag: car
Keep an Eye on These 3 Car Parts As Your Car Ages
May 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Even the most reliable cars depreciate over time. Here are three parts to keep an eye on as your car ages. Water Pump This part circulates coolant throughout the engine to prevent overheating. It’s a moving part, so it’s prone to wear and tear; in this case, leaky seals, bad bearings and issues with the…
The Science of Motion Sickness
May 01, 2017. Christina Elston
Travel means moving, but when we’re not moving under our own power, about 30 percent of us experience motion sickness. “Any kind of conveyance makes people sick,” said Millard Reschke, chief of neuroscience at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. Reschke has been studying the phenomenon for about 40 years, and with good reason: Around…
Touring Tuscany the Italian Way
May 01, 2017. Alex Lobrano
“I’ve dreamed of visiting Tuscany for years,” wrote Sheila, one of my oldest friends, from Sydney, Australia. “I know you’re busy, but it would be wonderful if you could meet me there, because then we could have a real catch-up that goes deeper than just a dinner – and I selfishly want to take advantage…
Car-Inspired Gifts Mom Will Love
May 01, 2017. AAA Staff
Another Mother’s Day is upon us and figuring out what to get mom year after year can be a daunting task. Why not get her something creative, beautiful and offbeat inspired by the automotive world? Harveys Seat Belt Bags These purses and bags made from cool-colored seat belts caught my eye many years ago. I…
Ricky Whittle’s 2005 Dodge Ram
April 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Born in northern England, actor Ricky Whittle is a former model who has starred in hit TV shows including The CW’s “The 100” and “Mistresses” on ABC. His latest show, “American Gods,” based on the award-winning fantasy novel, premieres this month on Starz. What was your first car? My first car was a red 2005…
Top Teen Driving Tips from a Teen Expert
April 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Four years ago, Shelby Fix, The Car Coach 2.0, lost a friend in a car crash that involved texting while driving. “It really hit home,” said Shelby, the daughter of The Car Coach Lauren Fix, a nationally recognized automotive expert. Because April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, Your AAA caught up with Shelby, who has…
4 Projects That Will Make Your Car Look and Smell Amazing
April 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Get in the spring spirit by cleaning the inside of your car. Here are four car cleaning projects that will make your vehicle look and smell amazing. For best results, try them after your next car wash. An inside job Your vehicle’s windshield takes all sorts of abuse, from bug splatter to bird droppings. Wiper…
Test Drive: 2017 Honda Ridgeline
March 08, 2017. AAA Staff
When it comes to pickup trucks people think Chevrolet, Ford, Ram – and maybe even Toyota and Nissan – but most people would never think of Honda. The Honda Ridgeline, first introduced in 2005 as a four-door short cargo bed truck, has been completely redesigned for 2017. The latest Ridgeline is available as a front- or…
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi’s 1994 Honda Accord
March 08, 2017. Roberto Cruz
With her signature catchphrases and trendsetting pouf hairstyle, Nicole Polizzi became a household name when she starred in MTV’s hit reality show “Jersey Shore.” Recently, Polizzi has been on several television programs, including “Nicole & Jionni’s Shore Flip” and “The New Celebrity Apprentice.” She is a proud mother of two, an entrepreneur with a fashion…
Bounce Back From Pothole Damage
March 08, 2017. Roberto Cruz
AAA estimates pothole damage costs U.S. drivers $3 billion in vehicle repairs each year. Minimize their effect on your car and learn how to bounce back after you hit one with this advice from AAA’s Car Doctor John Paul. Slow your Roll The best way to avoid a pothole is to swerve around it, but…