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With gas prices near record highs and traffic congestion making commutes longer, driving alone now costs more than ever, what can you do about it?
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With economic factors challenging, many consumers are making tough financial decisions, including postponing or canceling plans to buy a new vehicle. But as any vehicle ages, routine maintenance and upkeep become increasingly important not only for a vehicle’s longevity, but also for its efficiency and safety.
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When their car is in need of routine maintenance and repair, who is most likely to take it in to the shop? A poll of ASE-certified automotive technicians indicated that drivers over 60 were among the most conscientious when it comes to taking care of their vehicles. The experts at the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence remind these consumers that good communication between shop and customer can help make the repair process go smoothly.
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When families are gathered together this holiday season, you may start to notice changes in an older relative’s driving behaviors and begin to have some concerns. You are not alone. If you’re worried, you should find out if your concerns are valid. Learn the warning signs, get in the car and observe the older driver.
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When you are ready to purchase your first car – whether you just received your driver's license, or have been borrowing Mom and Dad's for several years – there's one thing you must think about during the process: car insurance.
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As soon as the snow begins to fall, as it has in most Northern cities across the country, drivers are faced with an entirely new set of challenges on the road. Whether you’ve already done a little slipping and sliding, or are hoping to prevent that scary occurrence altogether, it is important to make yourself aware of 10 road rules that apply in the wintertime...
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“If my van doesn’t start, I’m in trouble,” says Leanne Kocsis, a working mom whose family of six relies on having a vehicle. It must run reliably, accommodate her family, keep them safe and be fuel efficient. And, the loan payments can’t rob their savings.
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We all know accidents happen – and they happen more frequently in bad weather. According to the AAA, loss of visibility, slick roads and poorly maintained brakes lead to thousands of accidents every year, and the highest number of weather-related injuries and fatalities occur during the wet and snowy months of winter.
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