Insurance is becoming more and more essential to our daily lives.  So much so that laws are gradually making specific types of insurance coverage mandatory.  The problem with this development is that most people sign up for insurance with outdated expectations.  They prioritize cutting costs, while bending over backwards to juggle multiple policies, from multiple […]

Taking good care of a car is a little more demanding than meets the eye.  The easiest way to maintain your vehicle is by following the instructions in your owner’s manual.  But truth be told, the service intervals for your car depend more on how heavily it’s driven.  If an engine is subjected to extreme […]

Buying a car is a transaction that involves a lot of red tape.  The financing process alone includes years’ worth of loan payments to reconcile before ownership of a vehicle can officially be transferred.  And even when the time comes to transfer the title, there may be special rules and regulations to follow in order […]

Don’t ever take driving for granted. Driving is so routine that after a while it starts to feel like reflex. However, driving is a privilege, not a right. And this is especially true in consideration of how many people suffer injuries or lose their lives because of traffic collisions. Being a safe driver isn’t just […]

One of the most important things you can do to give your car a long life is take care of its transmission. The transmission is a mechanical system in the engine which channels power towards the wheels of a vehicle. Transmission systems are generally manufactured according to two designs – manual transmission and automatic transmission. […]

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of going on a road trip with kids, then you probably understand the true meaning of the word torture.  Children are adorable little in angels. That is, until you strap them into a car seat and expect them to behave for long stretches of time.  Not gonna’ happen.  Children […]

One of the most common automotive malfunctions that motorists experience is overheated engines. Overheating isn’t necessarily a problem if it happens once in a blue moon. However, the moment an engine starts to overheat regularly, that’s a sign your car is suffering too much wear and tear. As explained by Oards Automotive Hub “The components […]

When people buy cars, we’re usually obsessed with the fancy bells and whistles that come included. We crave high-performance engines, or admire elegant design. We insist on state-of-the-art technologies, or covet recognizable brands. We place an infinite amount of importance on features which seem to guarantee a good driving experience. However, a lot of drivers […]

Cell phones have become such a regular part of our lives that we barely even notice when we’re using them.  We use them in the bathroom, we use them at the dinner table, we use them while we’re walking around, and we even use them while we’re driving sometimes.  That last part is a problem […]

Getting insurance is supposed to be one of the most common-sense decisions a person can make.  Unfortunately, from the moment people initiate this process, they suddenly become bombarded by complicated red tape and head-scratching jargon. According to a research study conducted by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) and co-sponsored by The Hanover Insurance Group “Nearly […]

Summer is upon us once again, and that means it’s time to start adjusting to the hot weather.  While everybody concentrates on switching to a lighter wardrobe, don’t forget your car needs a little preparation too. This is because summer heat takes a heavy toll on the mechanical components of any vehicle. Exposure to hot […]

Commercial vehicles have special insurance needs because they’re naturally subjected to heavy use. They often carry valuable cargo, and their physical weight increases the likelihood of property damage or injury during accidents. The U.S. Department of Transportation estimates that roughly 6.6 million commercial motor vehicles circulate throughout the country’s highways.  These vehicles travel hundreds of […]