Driving isn’t just for everyday adventures, you know. My kids hate that I fly a lot for work but when we travel as a family, I insist we drive. I have learned to love road trips: no limits on what you take with you or what you bring home, schedules are flexible and itineraries are…
8 Killer Tips to Pack a Car for the Best Holiday Road Trip
Yes, you can have it all and you can take it with you. No need to fear your precious Christmas vacation will become another chapter in the annals of the Griswolds. Instead, be the envy of everyone on the road, organized able to see out the window. Now, there are different kinds of packers. Pre-night…
What Not to Do When You Get an Out of State Traffic Ticket
It’s OK to just ignore that ticket you got on your road trip this summer, right? Wrong. Each of the 50 states that make up our nation is unique in its culture and attractions. Driving in each state can also be an experience in and of itself (and not always a positive one). Travel by…
Your Car Emergency Kit: 100 Things You Should ALWAYS Keep in Your Car
No matter who is driving you need to be prepared. 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. I’ve driven across North America, and I know how to pack a car, especially those car emergency kit must haves….
Gotta Get Away? Safe Road Trips You Can Take Right Now
The car is one place we feel safe Traveling in our own vehicle makes us feel safe. We own everything inside and we have the choice of who travels with us and where we go. All that’s left is figuring out safe places to travel during these times. My, how the pandemic has changed how…
7 Summer Car Care Tips to Help You (and Your Car) Keep Cool
Welcome to the height of summer. While hot summer temperatures can have an advantage, such as killing viruses and germs that may make their way into your car–Ford engineered a heat-driven germ-killing process to sanitize police cars during the Covid-19 pandemic– those temps can do a number on humans in cars. We know not to…
A Trip to Witch City in the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD
‘Tis the season to get spooky. For some that may mean decorating, haunted houses, pumpkin picking. Or maybe a trip to the “Witch City” also known as Salem, Massachusetts. It’s only a few hours away from the tri-state area which makes a fun, easy road trip. And the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD was perfect for providing…
Top 10 Reasons You Should Try an RV Rental For Your Next Travel Adventure
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to see amazing things, that is. Editor’s note: This post originally published in 2019. In the wake of social distancing some of the points in this story may not be as applicable as they are in normal times. RVing has recently become an incredibly popular way to travel and…
6 Best Food Containers to Keep Your Car Crud-Free
“I’ll never let my kids eat in the car.” Yeah, right. We’ve all either heard it or said it. But it’s probably one of the first things to go once you reach elementary age, if not before. Yes, a crumb-free vehicle sounds amazing, but it’s insanely unrealistic. Whether it’s a rushed breakfast on the way…
Valentine’s Day: How to Plan a Date in a Car
Baby, You can drive my car! It’s Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re taking out someone new or plan to drive with someone your significant other, you’ll need to get your ride ready for a romantic day or night with your sweetheart. We’ll get you prepared for what to bring and where to spend your special day…