With modern vehicles, professional help is usually required for repairs. A roadside assistance program brings a great deal of reassurance in case of breakdowns. However, picking a road service program can be difficult. Here are some things to consider when trying choosing a program that works for you.
Price is a large factor […]

According to research, more commuters than ever are experiencing rush hour breakdowns.  These breakdowns occur between 7-9 am and are leaving employees and carpool moms stranded.  Motorists should have a roadside assistance program to protect themselves in this case.
Breakdowns leave drivers stranded and expose them to road dangers.  In a recent survey of motorists who […]

When buying a used car you need to do your homework.  This includes doing a thorough inspection of the vehicle, and don’t forget to look under the hood. You don’t want to end up with a car that will leave you stranded calling for road service.  Here are some things you need to be aware […]

If you only have one thousand dollars with which to spend towards safety features in a vehicle, use it to purchase a bigger vehicle. In the end, this will help you avoid calls to your emergency roadside assistance program. Small cars are involved in twice as many fatalities as larger vehicles.
According to the laws of […]

Smart’s fortwo vehicle is on the market and doing well, according to dealership polls.  However, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns about the crash-test performance of the car.
Several crash tests were recently performed on the two-door microcar.  The vehicle performed well in the rear crashes, as well as frontal crashes.  In fact, it earned […]

Modern vehicles are designed safer to survive accidents and keep passengers safe.  Virtually all automakers include emergency kits installed by the factory.  This is either due to competitive pressure or government regulations.  Most of the roadside kits include reflective markers, jumper cables, and flashlights.  These kits typically deal with mechanical and accident breakdowns.
Today’s automobiles endure […]

Drivers who talk on a cell phone are impaired to the same extent as an intoxicated driver with blood alcohol of .08. Unfortunately, this is one of the many distractions that teenagers face while driving. They tend to multi-task behind the wheel, which puts them at risk for accidents that could harm themselves and […]

The days are gone when you could do a roadside repair with chewing gum and tights.  In modern cars you need professional help for anything more than a puncture.  It’s reassuring to know that help is only a phone call away, but it can be difficult to choose a roadside assistance program.  There have been […]

Unfortunately, drivers can be faced with an unpleasant surprise in the morning when they discover they have a weak battery. Some people may be lucky enough to be covered by auto road service, however others may not. A car won’t start when the starter is not receiving the power that it needs. However, help […]

The Ohio Valley was hit with severe snow and ice on Tuesday, which made for dangerous driving conditions.  There was a layer of ice, covering 4 inches of snow in Kentucky due to freezing rain.  Southern Illinois had 8 inches of snow covered in ice.  Pittsburgh already had 5 inches of snow by noon with […]