As a parent, your child’s safety takes precedence over all else. This is especially true while in the car. Unfortunately, accidents happen when we don’t expect them. Even if we’re prepared, it’s beneficial to understand how to keep your child protected before and after a crash. This takes the form of a functioning child’s car…
Modern vehicles are incredibly reliable as a general rule, but they’re also immensely complex and can experience all sorts of glitches or concerns that end up with you stuck roadside and wondering what to do next. Your blog author once had a car shut off in the middle of the road because the fuel cap…
So, you got a notice about your car—maybe you got the telltale letter or a friend with the same model told you about it, or you just happened to hear about it on the news. Either way, you now have an open recall on your vehicle. What does this mean? What do you do about…
You get in your car and turn the ignition. The engine comes alive and sounds like you’re about to start the Indy 500. What gives? It’s likely that what you’re hearing is caused by a missing exhaust system component, as loud noise is one of the hallmark signs of a stolen catalytic converter. Over the past few…
Getting locked out of your car is a rite of passage. About 4 million people accidentally leave keys in their vehicles each year, which then leads to smashed windows or even arrests for attempting to break into their own cars. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, however, it’s not impossible to safely get locked keys…
Find yourself constantly in need of a place for your dog to play and get their pent-up energy out? Ever shown up to a beach just to find out dogs aren’t allowed? Just hate the only dog park near you? As a dog-parent, you’re probably pretty protective of your furry child—and rightfully so. Not having access to a…
Owning a vehicle means keeping up with routine maintenance—oil changes, tire rotations, new brakes, and all that jazz—is just part of life. Maintaining your car is by far the most important thing you can do to increase its longevity and resale value. But did you know that getting your vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer service…
You may not use them all the time, but you’ll sure be glad you have them when one of those South Florida downpours rolls in. There’s some confusion in the world of headlights, though. With so many different types, it can be hard to keep it all straight. What’s the best kind of headlight? What…
Finding a trustworthy mechanic near you can be a hassle, especially if you’re new to the area. That’s because good mechanics don’t just grow on trees; it takes years of training, tons of certifications, and thousands of hours of hands-on experience to develop an auto service technician’s eye. Some people just aren’t cut out for…
Bet you didn’t know that Ferdinand Verbiest created a steam-powered automotive novelty for a Chinese emperor way back in 1672. Or that in 1769, Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot developed a steam-powered “Fardier a vapeur” (steam dray) military transport. (It’s arguably the first successful self-propelled automotive vehicle that was, ironically, involved in the first known automobile accident when…
