Many people are excited about the inexpensive Honda Insight hybrid. The 2010 Insight begins at $19,800. That price will buy you the LX trim level and doesn’t include a destination charge of $670. The mileage on this car is rated 40 mpg in the city and 43 mpg on the highway. The LX trim level […]
Cars need fuel pumps because the gas tank is on the opposite side of the car than the engine. The purpose of the fuel pump is to bring the fuel to the engine. Fuel pumps come in two varieties. Vehicles that have electronic fuel injection systems use electrical fuel pumps. Carbureted vehicles have mechanical fuel […]
A recent study by Ford shows that its Sync entertainment system causes drivers to be less distracted than with other entertainment systems, according to the carmaker. Ford claims that this assessment is due to the fact that voice commands are used with Sync, which causes drivers to look away from the road about two seconds […]
It’s the moment that every motorists dreads, a flat tire. You don’t know if you ran over glass or hit a nail, but you need to take action. You may need to call for road service, and then you have to have the tire fixed or do it yourself. Surprisingly, it isn’t that hard to […]
With cars today, 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 to consider […]
Motorists traveling on their own fear that at some point they might have car problems. This isn’t surprising since drivers are spending more and more time in their car. People are driving long distances to and from work, and have more errands than ever, so it is inevitable that drivers will experience a breakdown at […]
It can be tempting to text-message in your car, especially if you’re stuck in traffic. You assume that there is little risk involved, however, if the person in front of you stops a little faster than you intended, all of a sudden you may find yourself calling your road service program. Recent studies show that […]
What features can help older drivers stay safe and comfortable on the road and avoid road service calls? The American Automobile Association has the following recommendations to help older drivers. First, it is helpful to have a steering wheel that tilts and telescopes. This puts the driver 10 inches from the airbag, and also alleviates […]
If you’re considering buying a new vehicle this year you need to consider the worth of the car in a few years, when you’re ready to trade it in for another car. Consider these four factors that determine the resale value of a vehicle. Supply and demand is a big factor. Vehicles that have a […]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration created the new website safecar.org, where people can sign up and get emails that notify you about automotive recalls. It’s a pretty good idea, right? All you have to do is give your vehicle information to the NHTSA and you will get notifications by cell phone, PDA, email, or […]