Thursday, April 25, 2013

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Your Check Engine Light: An Infographic


 
Every driver eventually has to deal with a pesky engine light; it’s such a universal problem that once it flickers on it almost seems common practice among drivers to ignore the light as long as possible, thinking that it’s a false alarm or a minor problem.

But ignoring that annoying little light on your dash can actually lead to bigger costs when you finally get your car repaired. Don’t believe us? Check out this great infographic to find out which repairs related to a flashing check engine light could cost you the most – and what you can do to prevent problems in the first place.

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Thursday, April 18, 2013

The 10 Most Common Car Myths


Did the Model T Ford only come in black? Do bigger wheels make you go faster? Do red cars cost more to insure than other colored cars?

If you answered yes to any of the above, we’re sorry to say you’ve bought into at least one common perpetuated car myth, if not more. Don’t worry - it happens to the best of us.

Curious to know the truth and see what other myths you and your friends may be confusing with the truth? Check out this entire list of 10 most common car myths. We guarantee you’ll be surprised!

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Sharing The Road With Cyclists



Did you know that about 30% of the American population owns a bicycle? That means there are a lot of potential cyclists that drivers need to watch for, especially with warmer weather approaching. In order to do this, it’s important that both drivers and cyclists understand the rules of sharing the road.

A few tricks to keep in mind:

●You look for pedestrians when you’re making a turn, right? Why not take a couple of seconds longer to look for a cyclist? The rider has the right of way if he’s going straight and you’re turning right.
●A little patience could save your life. Wait to pass that cyclist until you have a clear view ahead and are sure there’s no oncoming traffic.
●Riders are supposed to stay to the right. Drivers are supposed to stay well clear of them. By law in Maryland and several other states, drivers must stay three feet from a cyclist. Don’t expect to see cops out there with a yardstick, but if you cause a crash, you could be charged with a three-foot violation.

Read more about what drivers should know about sharing the road in this great Washington Post article: http://bit.ly/10yX1LZ

Thursday, April 4, 2013

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee



There has been a whole lot of hub-bub about the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. People seem to miss the old look and feel of the classic Jeep Cherokee XJ, but maybe it’s time to let go of a classic and try something new. After all, welcoming the new can be refreshing, surprisingly fun and ever, well... fuel efficient. This article explains the 6 reasons why the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee is better than the XJ.

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