Have you ever wondered why insurance companies advertise about potholes? Because it’s considered a collision and your car can suffer major damage due to a pothole in the road. With temperature swings from near zero to the high 60s, potholes are inevitable. The chances of hitting a pothole is a daily reality, and most of the time you can’t see a pothole until it’s too late. Here’s what to do if your car encounters a pothole Treat a pothole like an accident. Pull off to safety and if possible, take a picture of the location and the pothole itself. Visually…
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8 Important Ways To Save On Fuel Cost For Your Vehicle
Did you know that a vehicle can burn up to 30% more fuel if proper maintenance is not performed on a regular schedule? Instead of searching for miraculous fuel-saving products, we recommend that consumers consider taking one or more of the no cost or low-cost actions that can help drivers save on gas consumption. Here are 8 ways to help you get better fuel mileage for your car: Make sure your vehicle is up to date on regularly scheduled maintenance Staying on top of car maintenance is perhaps the best way to ensure that you’re getting the absolute most…
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How To Get Your Car Ready For This Winter
Getting stuck on the side of the road is never fun. Getting stuck in sub-freezing temperatures during the winter can be life threatening. Old man winter is gearing up to make his return; bringing severe cold, snow, and ice. These conditions can make it harder for drivers to see, slow down, and stop – all factors that can increase the chances of an accident. Moreover, during the cold months, if you don’t properly winterize your car, it’s not going to function at its best potential. Here are some tips on how to get your car ready for this winter. Maintenance…
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Thanksgiving Road-Trip Car Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and nobody wants to spend their holiday time in a car, especially when there’s the promise of good eats at the end of your journey. So for those of you who are traveling to celebrate Thanksgiving, here are some ways you should prepare before you head out next week and to help you along the way. Thanksgiving Road Trip Car Safety Tips Have your car serviced. If you’re driving long distances or to an area known for inclement weather, be certain the heater and defroster are working properly, the battery is in good working…
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Distracted Driving: A Preventable Teen Epidemic
How big is the problem? In 2013, 2,163 teens in the United States ages 16–19 were killed, and 243,243 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor vehicle crashes.1 That means that six teens ages 16–19 died every day from motor vehicle injuries. Young people ages 15-24 represent only 14% of the U.S. population. However, they account for 30% ($19 billion) of the total costs of motor vehicle injuries among males and 28% ($7 billion) of the total costs of motor vehicle injuries among females. Who is most at risk? The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among…
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