These car cleaning tips will get your car looking new again. Or at least new-ish. Growing up with a dad and brother who were both “motor heads,” I learned to have pride in the car I drove. I learned to pull out all the gear in the backyard and get the outside to shine, down…
Oh, the Joy of New Tires. Seriously. All Season Continental Tire Review
It’s not what I dream of spending time and money on, but wow, do these feel good. It’s that feeling in the pit of your stomach every time you hit the brakes… the fearful voice in your head asking, “Am I going to hit that car in front of me?” Seriously, if you get this…
9 Secrets You Should Know about Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires Doesn’t Have to be Intimidating. We’re Here to Help. One of the most important purchases as car owners is tires, as this is the vehicle’s most important safety feature. Let’s face it – after the often intimidating car buying experience, the last thing you want is a repeat when replacing your car’s…
How to Have a Flat Tire and Not Ruin Your Day – Starting With Roadside Assistance
Don’t panic. It’s not as awful as you think. Not long ago I got a call from my daughter, one that all moms dread: “Mom, we have a flat tire! What do we do???” Both my daughters were in the car and they were panicked. They were on the highway and road flotsam slashed…
Get On the Road to a Healthier New Year
You know the saying, “New Year, New Me!” Did you know that approximately 80% of people who set resolutions in the new year fail? Why do we think that is? It may be because people set unrealistic goals, or they just aren’t ready to make a change yet. Not to worry, we want to help…
Do You Need Winter Tires? How, and What to Know
Stay safe out there. While we’re dreaming of spring flowers poking up through the ground, winter is far from over; we still have cold and unpredictable weather ahead. And with all the super storms this year, I find myself wondering if I should have invested in winter tires or “snow tires” for my vehicle. But…
Your Car Emergency Kit: 100 Things You Should ALWAYS Keep in Your Car
No matter who is driving you need to be prepared with an emergency kit. We all know who will be madder than a hornet on an August afternoon if the family gets stranded on the side of the highway without a proper emergency kit. I’ve driven across North America, and I know how to pack…
The Secret To Easy Car Care – and Keeping Repair Bills Low
And It’s Super Sexy: Read Your Manual. You’re driving and hear a weird noise. “What the heck is that?” Next, you feel a shimmying sensation. “That can’t be good.” As if things weren’t bad enough, you notice a smell worse than dirty laundry. To confirm your suspicion that something has gone terribly wrong, the check…
Everything You Need to Know About Car Recalls
You never know when your car might be recalled. From faulty airbags to improperly tightened bolts, there’s any number of reasons why a car might be recalled. A lot of folks are unsure of what to do about a recall, or even how to check if their car is impacted in any way, which is…
5 Car Maintenance Checklist Tips to Save You Time and Money
Save time and money. It’s easy when you know. We all know the recommended schedule for oil changes and tire rotations, but are you as confident about the recommendations for the other car essentials? I admit that I didn’t always know what to change when on my car. Little things like air filters and windshield…