Pinching pennies can become a real problem sometimes. Take, for example, Ebenezer Scrooge: a man so greedy that ghosts had to harass him into being a decent person on Christmas Eve in Charles Dickens’ classic story, “A Christmas Carol”. You really don’t want to be a Scrooge. But there is a big difference between greed […]
View ArticleA huge portion of the US, including the East Coast, saw record November snowfall last week. Some long-term forecasts are calling for an extra snowy and cold winter this year. That means a good chance you’ll have to deal with some extreme winter weather this year. Not everyone gets to stay home during those snowy […]
View ArticleThanksgiving is right around the corner and the holiday season following right after. That means that people will be traveling all over the country. They’ll be using planes, trains, and, most importantly, automobiles. If you’re planning on traveling by car over the next few weeks, there are some things you need to do to prepare […]
View ArticleMany, many people do not trust mechanics. They may have been burned by a shady individual who owns a garage, or they may have heard some horror story from a friend or family member. Usually these stories and experiences revolve around an exploitative mechanic overcharging, pushing unneeded repairs, and doing shoddy work. But in reality, […]
View ArticleA great number of states require an inspection for your vehicle. In some states, that means once a year, you have to take your vehicle to a mechanic who does inspections and allow them to look at your vehicle. The mechanic will look over your car and, when finished, pass or fail your vehicle. This […]
View ArticleSometimes you find yourself in strange places. Whether you’ve planned this strange trip or circumstance has left you somewhere you never intended, it’s a good idea to be prepared. When you’re driving and you find yourself stuck or exploring, it may be a good idea to have items on-hand that can make things easier or […]
View ArticleRight now, Hurricane Florence is making landfall and bringing heavy winds, heavy rains, and major flooding to North Carolina. It is not likely that this storm will be the last of the hurricane season. Hurricane preparation is one thing at home; you stock food and water and candles or evacuate. But if you’re in your […]
View ArticleYearly maintenance is an important part of keeping your vehicle working for a long time. You have to take care of your car if you want it to keep doing its job and stay reliable. But when should you do maintenance? Really, anytime you have to perform maintenance on your car is ok, but if […]
View ArticleIf you are a parent, you may find yourself driving your kids to and from school regularly. This year you may be there for their first day of first grade, or their first day of their freshman year of college. Either way, with the school year fast approaching, it’s a good thing to be prepared […]
View ArticleDriving is one of the world’s simplest pleasures. The feeling of attainable travel, an open road leading anywhere you want, freedom to move. But then again, most of us are simply driving to and from work most days. Or we’re heading to the grocery store. Not always an exciting drive. But that doesn’t mean you […]
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