For many teen drivers, the summer is an exciting time with new freedoms and responsibilities. Unfortunately, the risks for young drivers increase significantly between Memorial Day and Labor Day as they spend more time behind the wheel. This period has come to be...
With the global need to become more sustainable due to climate change, sales of electric cars (EVs) and hybrid vehicles continue to grow rapidly. According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) annual Global EV Outlook , almost 14 million new EVs were registered...
Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, but when a hurricane or summer storm is on the horizon, there are many precautions you can take to ensure you are ready to evacuate safely, if need be, and that your vehicle is ready to go. Review insurance coverage...
Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or a cross-country trip with the entire family, road trips can be a fun adventure. Before planning your trip, there are several things you might want to consider to ensure your journey is safe.Get your vehicle servicedGetting your...
Whether you notice it when you first get in the car, or if it happens when you are driving, having a chipped, cracked, or damaged windshield can be a surprising and frustrating experience. Driving with any size chip or crack can compromise the safety of your...
There’s nothing worse than driving along and bam! You hit a pothole. Potholes can occur in any climate but happen frequently in the first few months of the year in regions of the country that experience snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. When water freezes, it...
Every car owner has experienced it at one time or another. While driving along the highway, a warning light comes on your dashboard, and suddenly, your car breaks down. Or maybe you hit something in the middle of the roadway and get a flat tire. In either case, a...
The holiday season is a time to be with loved ones and friends. Unfortunately, it’s also the time of year when many people are injured or killed due to impaired driving. A 2022 study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) examined alcohol and...
If you send a child off to school each day, you probably have concerns for various reasons, especially if they ride a school bus. But did you know a school bus is one of the safest vehicles on the road? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...