Tag: safety
Test Drive: Surprisingly Sporty
February 02, 2021. Alan Rider
Of the things one might expect from a sport utility vehicle, sportiness is not usually one of them. But there are models that come by the ‘S’ in SUV honestly.
Volvo Offering $2 Million Worth of Free Cars During the Big Game
February 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
If either team scores a safety, the Swedish automaker will give free cars to lucky contestants.
How to Jump a Car Battery Safely Every Time
February 01, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
Although roadside assistance is always available to help, jumping a car battery safely is a useful skill to know.
DeLorean and Other Replicas Getting Back on the Road
January 28, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
A new federal ruling allows for the production and sale of a limited number of replica cars.
Test Drive: Luxury Hybrids – Not an Oxymoron
January 27, 2021. Alan Rider
It used to be that driving a gasoline-electric hybrid meant forgoing creature comforts the rest of the motoring public takes for granted. Not anymore.
Mask Mandates in Effect for Most U.S. Interstate Travel
January 25, 2021. Dana Laverty
President Joe Biden’s executive orders also require negative COVID-19 tests for U.S.-bound international airline passengers.
Winter Windshield Tips
January 19, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Learn how to properly remove snow and ice without damaging glass.
The Top Tech Finds for 2024
January 14, 2021. Ellen R. Delisio
The CES 2024 Consumer Technology Association trade show featured some exciting future automobile technology and plenty of other impressive products.
Home Security Myths and Facts
January 12, 2021. Angelica Beneke
The top 10 most common home security myths and the truths behind them.
Test Drive: Road To Adventure
January 11, 2021. Alan Rider
Getting up, going to work and coming home to get lost in your smartphone isn’t living, it’s existing. So get a little mud on your boots and have yourself an adventure once in a while. Here are two models designed with that in mind.
Survey Says: Men Are More Aggressive Behind the Wheel
December 04, 2020. AAA Staff
AAA urges motorists to keep their cool as research shows differences between men and women regarding aggressive driving behavior
The Anatomy of Auto Glass
November 30, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
An inside look at what auto glass is made of and how it’s manufactured.
Choosing Eyeglass Lens Options and Treatments
November 23, 2020. Dallas Ernst
For guarding against scratches, glare, UV rays, blue light and more, a variety of protective treatments and coating options are available for your lenses.
Snowbirds’ Guide to Flying Away for Winter
November 20, 2020. Angelica Beneke
Tips for retirees who wish to flock to warmer weather for the winter.
What To Do if You Have an HVAC Emergency
November 05, 2020. Dallas Ernst
Problems with HVAC systems are not just inconvenient, lack of internal thermal control in extreme weather can quickly escalate to an emergency.
Things You Didn’t Know About Auto Glass
November 04, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
What are those black dots around car windows? And how are windshields related to airbags? Find the answers to these questions and more.
The 7 Best Highway Rest Stop Areas in America
November 04, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
From an art gallery in West Virginia to a cheese castle in Wisconsin, there’s more than restrooms and fast food at these highway rest stops.
10 Things Your Auto Insurance Agent Wants to Know About You
November 01, 2020. Vanessa Young
The questions your insurance agent asks are designed to get you the best policy and rate.
New York’s New Seat Belt Law Takes Effect on Nov. 1
October 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
The new law requires passengers 16 and older to wear a seat belt in the back seat of a vehicle.
A Guide to Buying a Rental Car
October 27, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Most car rental agencies sell their cars when newer models arrive, creating a golden opportunity to buy a used car in good condition at an excellent price.