An accelerating driver trend from SUVs and pickup trucks to small fuel-efficient cars will help reduce rollovers, but experts on safety are worried that a smaller fleet presents serious health risks, despite anti-collision systems, air bags, and other safety advances. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, which measures the performance of cars in […]
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 […]
We’ve all been there. You encounter another driver who loses his temper and elicits road rage directed at you. And the result is that you yourself become enraged. Road rage has become a sort of cultural phenomenon that occurs all over the nation. Sometimes road rage even results in accidents that require roadside assistance. People […]
Vehicle safety and maintenance is about performing all of the little things right, like replacing your windshield wipers frequently. A simple task such as this could save you from an accident or help you avoid calling for emergency roadside assistance.  And, purchasing a quality pair of windshield wipers will only cost you $10, according to […]
With summer approaching, it is important to maintain your car. The heat is unavoidable and it can do great damage to your vehicle. Here are a few tips to prepare your car for summer that will help you avoid calling for road service. In addition, used car warranties will give you peace of mind in […]
It’s the moment that every motorist 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 […]
High new car prices and never ending waiting lists for small fuel-efficient cars like the Toyota Prius have many motorists seeking other alternatives that will allow for a significant savings at the gas pump. Economic vehicles from the ‘90s have had a big increase in the amount of searches on websites such as Cars.com. Vehicles […]
One of the worst things that can happen to a motorist is getting into your car just to find that you have a dead battery. At this moment people realize the importance of a good road service program, however, some motorists may not be covered by this. But, the best thing to do is detect […]
Over the past few decades, perhaps one of the biggest technical developments has been to tires. And now, new rules concerning tires will yield even more mileage and safety improvements. After the estimated 280 deaths that were linked to Firestone tire failures on the Ford Explorer SUVs, lawmakers ordered tire pressure monitoring systems are used. […]
There is no vehicle quite as exhilarating as a convertible. Motorists love to feel the wind in their hair and the sun on their faces. Convertibles give drivers a sense of freedom that is hard to find in any other vehicle. However, are convertibles a good purchase? Read on and decide for yourself. Automakers have […]