Getting to know the Nissan Murano. Editor’s Note: This article was written by Susie Kellogg Prior to an almost three week demo, no one could have convinced me how much I would love the 2015 Nissan Murano … no-one. I’m a full-sized SUV, off-roading, tons of kids, riding high Colorado Momma. I didn’t think in one…
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…
4 Car Care Tips for Spring Weather
Yay, it’s Spring! Now, here’s what that means for your car. We all worry about running into car problems in the winter, but they can happen anytime. The weather is warm and it’s time to start planning for adventure, but your car may still be trying to shake off winter’s hold. Here are the things…
New Automotive Safety Systems Will Soon Be Able Communicate with Traffic Lights, Bridges and Toll Roads, Thanks to Harman
Our favorite audio brand is advancing automotive safety in innovative new ways. Are you confident driving in bad weather or on an empty road late at night? Would you want to feel more confident? You are not alone. According to the US Dept. of Transportation, nearly one-fifth of accidents are caused by weather-related factors, including slippery…
Why Are Subaru Owners So Loyal? It’s Love!
7 Reasons Why Subaru Owners Love Their Cars. As an owner of three Subaru Outbacks, I have officially joined the ranks of the Fiercely Loyal Subaru Owners Club. Okay, that’s not a real club, but it could be (more on that later) because once you’ve owned a Subaru, you are a Subaru fan for…
The 10 Best Run-Flat Tires for Your Next Vehicle Upgrade
Never worry about a side-of-the-road tire change again. Run flat tires are here to save the day and deliver you to your destination. While they may be a little more costly than your standard tire, they’re well worth the investment when it comes to travel. Gone are the days of changing your own tire or…
Take on Snow and Ice with These Tips for Driving in Winter Weather
The most important safety system in your car is you – the driver. Growing up in upstate New York between Buffalo and Lake Placid, it seemed I was always driving in snow. I knew to take it seriously and somehow just figured out how to do it without much concern. But people who live outside…
9 Car Seat Safety Tips for Your Fall Road Trip
Just because it’s fall doesn’t mean your family travel is over, right? Apple picking, leaf peeping or a sweet weekend at the beach–no crowds and the sun isn’t so hot– is probably on your to-do list. But before you head out, make sure car seat safety is on that list, too. This is Child Passenger Safety Week, created…
Buying a Car for an Older Family Member? You Might Want to Avoid Infotainment Systems – Or Find One that Can be Turned Off
In-car infotainment systems can be a distraction. Photo: Lillie Morales Depending on who you ask, infotainment systems are either the best thing ever, or they’re the worst. Personally, I love having my navigation available and easily visible at eye level, but I have scars in my eyes from eye surgery, so some infotainment screens cause…
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…