The tires on your vehicle wheels are literally rubber that meets the pavement, and for better or worse, the summertime can be your tires’ worst enemy. High heat, long road trips, and road construction projects can do a number on your summer tires. If we want to keep our wheels spinning to fall and winter,…
The heat wasn’t the only thing rising in the summer of 2022. Inflation impacted the cost of food, energy, apparel, and shelter and had consumers paying more for items such as chicken, eggs, and margarine. This increase in cost was most evident in gas prices, whos’ average price rose 59.9% between June 2021 through June…
It can feel like a real-life nightmare when your vehicle is stolen. Preventing your car from being stolen is much easier than dealing with the police and your insurance carrier and tracking down your vehicle after it’s gone. According to the NICB, auto thefts have increased by 25%, with nearly half a million vehicles stolen…
When will gas prices go down? The heat wasn’t the only thing rising in the summer of 2022. Inflation impacted the cost of food, energy, apparel, and shelter and had consumers paying more for items such as chicken, eggs, and margarine. This increase in price was most evident in gasoline prices, which rose 59.9% between…
No matter how you spin it, the Tesla story is impressive. First entering the spotlight in 2013 when the Model S was unveiled, Tesla has become a rightful competitor to established American automakers like Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge. Since then, the company has set a slew of company and national records. The Model 3 became…
There are so many decisions to make when it comes to vehicle ownership. What dealership should I go to? Should I go with a new or pre-owned vehicle? What make and model are the safest? When it comes to to decide about your next car, one question you might not be considering is leasing vs…
We love maintaining our cars; they provide the transportation we need to live and work in our towns, cities and communities. Although the latest in technology has made vehicles safer, more efficient and advanced, regular maintenance is still key. There may even be times when you’ll find yourself on the side of the road in…
The knights in shining armor of fairy tale fame wouldn’t be so brilliant without their noble steeds. The same can be said for today’s road warriors, whether commuting or vacation-bound. Motorists are getting the most out of their car-buying dollar, when you consider that the average age of cars on the road today is 11.4…
The tires on your vehicle wheels are literally rubber that meets the road, and for better or worse, the summertime can be your tires’ worst enemy. High heat and humidity, extended travels on the road, and road construction projects require us to engage in the summer tire care if we want to keep our wheels…
Do you have the need? The need for speed? Or perhaps you’re just lucky to keep your junker rolling, but really want your new iPhone to work with your car’s speakers. Regardless, upgrades are what you’re after. Upgrades can range from the smallest tweaks all the way up to major system upgrades — the upgrades…