Vehicles don’t always last as long as we would like them to. Your vehicle may already need to be traded in after a few years. However, this can be avoided by taking precautions. Proper maintenance will have your vehicle running smoothly until it reaches old age and help you avoid auto road service calls. Here […]
Saab recently announced that if any original Saab owner in the country drove their car 1 million miles, they would receive a new car. Well, Peter Gilbert of Wisconsin succeeded in winning this challenge with his 1989 Saab 900 SPG. His vehicle is now in a museum with it original engine and turbocharger. It used […]
The rising gas prices are forcing consumers to consider purchasing pre-owned vehicles, even if they bought a brand new vehicle recently. Many motorists are leaving their SUVs at home in the garage and purchasing cars that are fuel-efficient from the 80s or 90s. Also, consumers are protecting themselves with a road service program. Pulling out […]
Ford Motor Company has been researching two new designs for seat belts. This could be an important step in reducing injuries and deaths as a result of car accidents. One possibility for a safety belt is a design that has four-points, which would incorporate a lap belt and suspenders. This design is in lieu of […]
A vehicle is a big investment, which is why it is necessary for car owners to keep their cars in tip-top shape. This is for the good of the vehicle, as well as for the safety of the owner. Vehicles should be sent in for preventative checkups every so often to make sure they are […]
High gas prices are affecting more than the way people are driving. It is also causing some motorists to cut corners on auto maintenance, which can come back to cost them more later and lead to road service calls. Repair shops around the country are seeing business slow down. When customers are told they are […]
Many drivers have experienced feeling drowsy behind the wheel. Either you have been with someone else feeling sleepy, or you’ve been the one trying to stay awake. Many car accidents and calls for road service are easily avoided by avoiding getting behind the wheel when you’re drowsy. Here are some warning signs that a driver […]
Many commuters find themselves experiencing a break down at one point or another. These are breakdowns that happen between 7-9 am and leave people stranded on the side of the road. A roadside assistance program is the best way for commuters to protect themselves in this event. Breakdowns are scary because they leave drivers feeling […]
Why is it OK for children 13 yrs of age to finally ride in the front seat of a vehicle? Can they finally withstand an airbags impact? Are they old enough to be able to behave in the front of the car? Behavior is a big issue when it comes to safety. When children are […]
People often try to choose a repair shop that is close to their homes and that they believe to be trustworthy. However, the time may be coming when motorists aren’t going to have the freedom to pick whichever repair shop they want. Cars today are operated through computers, therefore to determine what repairs need to […]