The wintertime weather is coming, which means we soon must deal with snow, ice, slush, and mud. In some cases, all three at once. You can keep you and your family safe by stocking your trunk with these 10 items before the worst weather hits. Small Shovel With winter weather comes slush and mud that…
Winter is coming, which means snow, ice, slush, salt, and many other things that can muck up your windshield. Before you get caught with an ill-prepared windshield that blurs your vision when these conditions hit, check out these four tips for getting your windshield winter ready. Clean Inside and Out You’ve got to start with…
Brakes are one of the most important components on your vehicle: One failed component can send you barreling uncontrolled toward danger. Though they are so important, there are plenty of misconceptions about them. We’re here to pump the brakes on these rumors and myths. Here are a few of the common myths about your car’s…
Though we are still enjoying the warm, late-summer weather, the cold of fall and winter is right around the corner. This means snow and ice isn’t far behind, so now’s the time to consider a set of winter tires. But what are winter tires and why do they matter? Keep reading to find out. What…
The kids are headed back to school, and the worst of the summer’s heat is behind us. That means it’s time to start making plans for chilly weather and nasty roads. You’ll want to have your vehicle checked before the conditions take a turn for the worst. Below are seven maintenance musts to do this…
When you pull up to a fuel pump, you likely see all the fuel-grade options and assume the one with the highest number must be the best for your car. While this is the case for some vehicles, many can run on almost any fuel grade with little to no repercussions. Here’s a breakdown on…
Tires are some of the most misunderstood parts of a vehicle. There is confusion surrounding when they are worn out, correct pressure, rotation schedules and formats, and more. But nothing is as confusing to the average driver than all those numbers on the sidewall of your tires. We’re here to demystify these numbers and explain…
There is an incredible amount of tech in new cars these days, but you don’t have to take out a new lease to get some of the benefits in your well-loved set of wheels. You can experience many of the same features by investing in a few accessories that improve your current car without adding…
Breakdowns are way less common now than they ever have been, but it’s still a good idea to prepare your vehicle in case you’re stuck on the side of an interstate or back road. With the right tools, you can weather most unexpected stops without too much hassle. From changing a tire to cooling…
You’ve taken all the tests, your grades are in, and you’ve celebrated getting your acceptance letter to your preferred college. But college prep has just begun for new college students and their parents. As summer winds to a close, it’s time to get your college-bound student – and their vehicle – ready for the big…
